Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Paraprofessional - Long Term Substitute

Lakeville Area Schools; Crystal Lake (IL); Vor Ort; USD 29.177 - 34.963; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Employee benefits from day one

Zusammenfassung

Lakeville Area Schools is seeking an Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional (ECSE) for a long-term substitute at the Crystal Lake Education Center. Start date 9/8/2026 through 1/4/2027, with 6 hours per day (30/week), 174 days per year.

Position requires AA degree/60 credits or ParaPro testing, and ability to assist in a classroom setting. The role is within the LEAF bargaining unit; starting pay ranges from $21.18 to $25.38 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifikationen

• AA degree/60 college credits or successful Paraeducator assessment.
• Training or experience working with children in a group tutorial and supervisory setting.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Group supervision

Paraeducator experience

Lifting assistance

Ausbildung

AA degree / 60 credits

ParaPro assessment

Jobbeschreibung

Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Paraprofessional - Long Term Substitute JobID: 6326

• Date Posted:
  7/28/2026
• Location:
  Crystal Lake Education Center
• Date Available:
  09/08/2026

Non-Licensed Position

Long Term Substitute Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional at Crystal Lake Education Center (CLEC)

Start Date: 9/8/2026 - 1/4/2027
6.00 hours per day, 30hours per week, Monday - Friday
174days per year
Start/End Times: 8:45 - 3:15 pm

Position Description/Qualifications:

• AA degree/60 college credits or successful Paraeducator assessmentrequired. Training or experience working with children in a group tutorial and supervisory setting. Link for more information on the Para Pro test:https://education.mn.gov/mde/dse/para/
• Interpersonal skills, that lend themselves to a compatible working relationship with students and other adults in the work place as determined by the principal.
• Must have the ability to lift and toilet student.
• Possess basic academic competencies to provide tutorial assistance to the student(s) as needed.
• Position is not a regular part of the district staff. Position may be altered/eliminated at any time if deemed appropriate in the Individual Educational Plan (IEP).

See attached job description for a full list of position duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.
Pay Rate:
Position is in the LEAF bargaining unit (Lakeville Education Assistants Federation)
Classified in the LEAF Contract as B-2-1 starting salary $21.18- $25.38per hour depending on experience

WHAT YOU WILL LIKE ABOUT US:

Student focused, community connected.

Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School District No. 194) is an award-winning school system and the twelfth largest school district in Minnesota serving approximately 12,000 students in Lakeville, parts of Burnsville and Elko New Market, and portions of Eureka, Credit River and New Market Townships. There are nine elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools, an Area Learning Center, an online K-12 school, Early Childhood programming, and lifelong learning opportunities through Community Education.

Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student with our mission to strive to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically and civically. We are committed to establishing a school community that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students, staff and families where every person feels welcomed, valued, and respected.

As an employee of Lakeville Area Schools, you will have access to high-quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well‑being of you and your family!

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment.
  • All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug and legal insurance plans.
  • Teachers are offered health & dental benefits at a 0.5 FTE or more.
  • All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part‑time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance.
  • Health benefits include:
    • Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST.
    • Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7.
    • Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs.
    • Provider choice with the largest PPO network available.
    • Wellness rewards program.
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (For more information, visit PERA for non‑instructional positions and TRA for instructional/licensed positions).
• Staff over 30 hours per week offered employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
• Staff over 30 hours per week offered Long‑term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
• Tax‑free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health, well‑being, and performance. Under our EAP employees and their families can receive no‑cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns: anxiety, childcare, eldercare family conflict, parenting concerns, alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more.
• Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible, effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals anytime, anywhere for better health and well‑being.

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov .

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools. Employment information can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document located on our website

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS:

There are several collective bargaining agreements at Lakeville Area Schools. Check them outon our website under " Collective BargainingAgreements "

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and supports workforce diversity