Elementary Special Education Paraprofessional

Sourcewell; Aitkin (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Aitkin School District #1 is seeking an Elementary Paraprofessional to support students with diverse disabilities in the Special Education Department. The role involves collaboration with the special services team to help students meet individualized goals in line with state standards.

The ideal candidate will assist in implementing IEPs and contribute to maintaining high expectations for academic achievement, while communicating effectively with teachers and administrators across multiple

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Two (2) or more years of post-secondary education OR successful completion of the ParaPro assessment.
• Ability to support and implement student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to student growth, achievement, and success

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teaching staff to support the growth and development of students with diverse disabilities
• Participate actively in regular paraprofessional meetings
• Document and collect data to monitor student progress and IEP goals
• Communicate regularly with teachers, colleagues, and administrators using a variety of technology platforms
• Support students in maintaining high standards for academic achievement, including homework and classroom learning activities

Skills

IEP Support

Communication

Collaboration

Student Growth Focus

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

ParaPro or 2+ Years Post-Secondary Education

Job description

Elementary Special Education Paraprofessional JobID: 7843

Elementary Paraprofessional – Special Education

Aitkin School District #1

Aitkin School District #1 is seeking an Elementary Paraprofessional to join our Special Education Department. This role involves working with students across a variety of ability levels and collaborating closely with special services team members.

The ideal candidate will be dedicated to ensuring that students with special needs and emotional disabilities receive a high-quality education aligned with their individualized goals and state standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Two (2) or more years of post-secondary education OR successful completion of the ParaPro assessment (willingness to take and pass the assessment if not already completed)
• Ability to support and implement student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to student growth, achievement, and success

Job Summary

• Collaborate with teaching staff to support the growth and development of students with diverse disabilities
• Participate actively in regular paraprofessional meetings
• Document and collect data to monitor student progress and IEP goals
• Communicate regularly with teachers, colleagues, and administrators using a variety of technology platforms
• Support students in maintaining high standards for academic achievement, including homework and classroom learning activities

About Aitkin Public Schools

The mission of Aitkin Public Schools is to empower students to be lifelong learners and productive citizens by fostering high expectations and achievement in a safe and welcoming environment.

Our district serves a large portion of Aitkin County in northern Minnesota. The city of Aitkin offers a welcoming, small-town atmosphere while being conveniently close to larger communities. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound, with more than 365 lakes, the Mississippi and Ripple Rivers, and numerous scenic trails for hiking, snowmobiling, and ATV riding. The area also offers outstanding golf courses, family-friendly parks, and year-round recreational activities.

Aitkin is home to Riverwood Healthcare Center, featuring over 60 physicians, specialists, and surgeons, as well as the Aitkin County seat. Located just 15 miles north of Mille Lacs Lake, Aitkin provides a high quality of life in a vibrant community.

Why just visit Aitkin when you can live and work here year-round? WE ARE ISD1!