Full-Time Special Education Paraeducator — Student Support

Sylvania

Blaine (MN)

On-site

USD 28,722 - 37,884

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Sylvania is seeking a Paraeducator for Special Education for the 2026-27 school year. The full-time position spans 184 days at 6.5 hours per day, with 3 positions available. Start date is 8/31/26, and insurance benefits apply for assignments of 6 hours or more per day.

Responsibilities include supporting instruction, behavior management, progress monitoring, and assisting with students’ physical needs. Minimum qualifications include a HS diploma, provisional ParaEducator certification within 30

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent.
ParaEducator certification required within 30 days of start.
60 semester/90 quarter credits or an associate degree (or higher) or have passed the ParaEducator/ParaPro exam.
Good communication, interpersonal and record-keeping skills.
Ability to work with technology and computers.
Ability to supervise students.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and perform duties including toileting, feeding and self-care procedures.
Must be physically working in the building.

Responsibilities

Assists in the instruction of students with disabilities in mainstream, resource room or center based settings.
Managing behavior (redirecting, calming or removing a disruptive student from the classroom).
Monitoring and recording student progress in instructional areas (academics, daily living skills, dressing, grooming, social skills, etc.).
Managing physical needs (toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting, positioning, transporting students in wheelchairs, etc.).