Empowering Special Education Paraprofessional

Applitrack; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-term Disability

Retirement Plans

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a District Special Education Flex Paraprofessional for Oltman Middle School to provide instructional and behavioral support to high-need students under a licensed teacher.

The role includes daily collaboration with the special education teacher, assisting with reading, writing and math, and helping with transitions, meals, and daily living tasks. Starting pay is $22.70/hour with potential $.50 raise after Highly Qualified status; schedule is 7:45 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to meet District 833 Highly Qualified requirements.
• Ability to lift and transfer up to 50 pounds.
• Experience with supporting students with disabilities preferred.
• Competencies as required by state and district.

Responsibilities

• Consult daily with licensed special education teacher regarding daily responsibilities.
• Assist with implementing district policies and procedures, including emergency procedures, building orientation, confidentiality, student vulnerability, data collection, and classroom management as directed.
• Assist students in reading, writing, and math, implementing curriculum and adapting instructional strategies under the teacher's direction.
• Support students with learning or behavioral challenges, assist with daily living activities as needed.
• Accept work direction, shift and new assignments as needed.
• Support behavioral management techniques, supervise during cooling-off periods, monitor and document behavior, apply positive behavior supports.
• Collect and record student data per teacher directions and share with licensed teachers and staff.
• Provide services to students with respect for roles of teacher and paraprofessional.
• Maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families, and staff.
• Uphold fairness, confidentiality, and respect for all students and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading support

Writing support

Math support

Teamwork

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Basic computer skills

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Applitrack is seeking a District Special Education Flex Paraprofessional for Oltman Middle School to provide instructional and behavioral support to high-need students under a licensed teacher.

The role includes daily collaboration with the special education teacher, assisting with reading, writing and math, and helping with transitions, meals, and daily living tasks. Starting pay is $22.70/hour with potential $.50 raise after Highly Qualified status; schedule is 7:45 a.m.–2:30 p.m.