Early Childhood Paraprofessional

Independent School District 272 Eden Prairie; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Independent School District 272 Eden Prairie is seeking a Preschool Paraprofessional for the Little Eagles Preschool program in Community Ed Building. The role supports early childhood students with mobility, self-care, communication, and social interaction needs to maximize participation in activities.

Qualifications include two years of post-secondary education in child development or related field, one year of experience with preschoolers, and First Aid/ CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Two years of post-secondary education in: Child Development, Education, or a related field.
• One year successful experience working with preschool children in a childcare or education setting.
• Ability to work with 2-5 year old children.
• Personal dependability and initiative.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and oversee appropriate activities for children.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• The Special Education Paraprofessional will assist with the special needs student with mobility, self-care, communication, and social interaction needs to maximize participation in classroom activities.
• Assist with general paraprofessional duties to support preschool education in the classroom.

Skills

Personal dependability

Initiative

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

First Aid CPR

Education

Two years post-secondary education in Child Development or related field

Job description

Openings as of 8/22/2026

Early Childhood Paraprofessional JobID: 16865

• Position Type: Community Education/ Little Eagles Preschool Paraprofessional
• Date Posted: 8/18/2026
• Location: Little Eagles Preschool - Community Ed Building

Eden Prairie Schools, home of the Eagles, is an incredible place for students to learn and grow. This district has enjoyed a long-standing reputation of excellence that is built on high expectations for our students and staff. We believe it is our purpose to create an environment of care and support where each student is inspired every day. We do this best by knowing each of our learners as individuals, recognizing their skills and motivations, and pushing them to excel.

More than 8,400 diverse student learners are provided an exceptional educational experience throughout the district's five Elementary Schools (PreK-5), Spanish Immersion School (PreK-5), Middle School (6-8), High School (9-12), Transition Program, and K-12 Online School. Our dedicated staff are caring, knowledgeable and a vital facet of our Eagle Nation.

Eden Prairie Schools is currently seeking applicants for the position of Preschool Paraprofessional.

The Special Education Paraprofessional will assist with the special needs student with mobility, self-care, communication, and social interaction needs to maximize participation in classroom activities.

POSITION: Early Childhood Paraprofessional

LOCATION: Community Education

CLASSIFICATION: MSEA Level I

RATE OF PAY: $19.61/hour

HOURS PER DAY: 2.5

START & ENDING TIME: Monday - Friday, 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

WORKING DAYS PER YEAR: 178

PAID HOLIDAYS: 6

QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:

• Two years of post-secondary education in: Child Development, Education, or a related field.
• One year successful experience working with preschool children in a childcare or education setting.
• Ability to work with 2-5 year old children.
• Personal dependability and initiative.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan and oversee appropriate activities for children.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.

TESTING REQUIRED: All job offers from Eden Prairie Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 272 School Board approval. Offers for these positions will also be conditioned upon passing a pre-employment physical physical abilities test.

Postings current as of 8/22/2026 5:14:21 PM CST.