Elementary Special Education Paraeducator - Classroom Support

Austin; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Austin Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Special Education Paraprofessional at Southgate Elementary School to support students with special needs. Candidate must have AA/AS degree or 60 college credits, or pass paraprofessional assessment and a pre-employment physical.

The role includes assisting teachers, administering tests, tutoring in small groups, and ensuring student safety and learning progress throughout the day.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree or 60 semester credits, or passing paraprofessional assessment test.
• Passing pre-employment physical required.
• Ability and interest to provide assistance to children with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom assistance to students: help with class work, assign/test administration, small-group tutoring.
• Assist administrators, teachers and staff to ensure behavior and safety of students.
• Work with various students to maximize learning and support daily activities.
• Provide supervision and support to staff and students as needed.
• Operate and maintain equipment related to the assignment.

Skills

Special needs support

Classroom assistance

Test administration

Education

AA Degree

AS Degree

60 semester credits

Job description

Austin Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Special Education Paraprofessional at Southgate Elementary School to support students with special needs. Candidate must have AA/AS degree or 60 college credits, or pass paraprofessional assessment and a pre-employment physical.

The role includes assisting teachers, administering tests, tutoring in small groups, and ensuring student safety and learning progress throughout the day.