Educational Paraprofessional - Special Education - Westonka High School

Westonka Public Schools; Minnesota; On-site; USD 29,728 - 33,351; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life/LTD insurance

403(b) match

Sick and personal leave

Job summary

Westonka Public Schools in Minnesota is seeking an Educational Paraprofessional for special education at Westonka High School. The position offers a salary of $21.58 to $24.21 per hour and includes eligibility for medical, dental, and life insurance, along with other benefits.

The ideal candidate should have at least a high school diploma or equivalent, along with 60 semester credits or a degree. Responsibilities include providing academic and emotional support to students under the direction of certified staff.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus minimum 60 semester credits.
• Ability to provide services to students in reading and/or math.
• Previous relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, behavioral, and physical support to students under certified staff direction.

Skills

Ability to provide services to students in reading and/or math

Relevant experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Minimum of 60 semester credits from an institute of higher education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Passing score on the Paraeducator assessment

Job description

Educational Paraprofessional - Special Education

• Date Posted: 5/21/2026
• Location: Westonka High School
• Date Available: 09/08/2026
• Closing Date: 5/28/26 or until filled

School: Westonka High School - Westonka Public School District

Union: School Service Employees Union, Local No. 284

Hours: 6.58 Hours - 167 days; Monday - Friday - Student Days Only

Salary: $21.58 – $24.21; eligible for medical, dental, life/LTD insurance, flex benefits, 403(b) match, sick and personal leave.

Position Available: September 8, 2026

Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) plus a minimum of 60 semester credits from an institute of higher education, hold an Associate's or Bachelor's degree, or obtain a passing score on the Paraeducator assessment. Individual must have the ability to provide services to students in reading and/or math. Previous relevant experience preferred.

General Nature of Job

Responsible for providing academic, behavioral and physical support to students, under the direction of certified staff.

Application

Complete online application and attach Letter of Interest/Resume. Questions, contact Dr. Emily Rustman, Director of Special Services, 5901 Sunnyfield Road East, Minnetrista, MN 55364. Phone [phone]. Email [e-mail].

Deadline for submitting an application: Thursday, May 28, 2026 or open until filled.