Class II Paraprofessional 2025-2026 School Year

Worthington School District 518; Minnesota; On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Medical / Dependent Care

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Worker's Compensation

Sick Time

Personal Days

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Worthington School District 518 is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to assist students with activities of daily living and behavioral support under the supervision of licensed staff and building administration.

The role may involve supporting individuals or small groups, following IEPs, and providing health-related assistance as needed. Strong teamwork and reliable, compassionate support are essential in this district. This is a full-time position based in Worthington, MN.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma/GED and/or college degree.
• Must be able to pass the ParaEducator Assessment upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist one or more students in activities of daily living and health-related functions.
• Redirect and intervene on behavior as outlined in IEPs, under supervision of licensed staff.
• Support teachers with individual students or small groups and perform related tasks.

Skills

Special education support

Education

High School Diploma / GED or college degree

Job description

Job Summary:

Under the direction of licensed special education teacher and/or related services staff, the Special Education Paraprofessional assists one or more students in accomplishing activities of daily living; instrumental activities of daily living, health related functions; redirection and intervention of behavior; and other tasks as are identified within assigned students’ IEPs. Special Education Paraprofessionals may be assigned to work with students who have special healthcare/medical needs, have behavior intervention plans or require other forms of specialized care. Assists teachers by working with individual students or small groups, and performing related work as assigned. Work is performed under the supervision of the Teacher and the general direction of the building Principal.

Job Qualification:

Must have a High School Diploma/GED and or College Degree. Or must be able to pass the ParaEducator Assessment upon hire.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
  • Medical / Dependent Care
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Worker's Compensation

Retirement

• 403b
• Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA)

Other Benefits

• Sick Time
• Personal Days
• Paid Holidays

EqualEmployment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Worthington School District to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age.

ISD 518 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located on the district website’s Title IX page.