Educational Assistant: K-4 Special Ed Support

Brainerd Public Schools; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Pension & 403b

Job summary

Brainerd Public Schools seeks an Educational Assistant to support students with special needs in K-4, at Riverside Elementary. The role covers multiple settings and requires adherence to IEP goals and proper safety protocols.

The position is for the 2026-27 school year, with a daily eight-hour schedule and 174 duty days. Benefits include full health, dental, vision, and retirement options; wage scale depends on education and experience.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with students with diverse needs.
• Familiarity with IEP/ accommodations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out goals and adaptations in the IEP.
• Assist students in various settings (resource room, inclusive settings, community).
• Provide instructional interventions and accommodations as outlined in IEP.
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver instruction.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Confidentiality

IEP understanding

Education

Two-year associate degree / 60 college credits / para-pro certification

Para Educator Assessment certification

High School Diploma

Job description

Brainerd Public Schools seeks an Educational Assistant to support students with special needs in K-4, at Riverside Elementary. The role covers multiple settings and requires adherence to IEP goals and proper safety protocols.

The position is for the 2026-27 school year, with a daily eight-hour schedule and 174 duty days. Benefits include full health, dental, vision, and retirement options; wage scale depends on education and experience.