Health & Wellness Paraeducator — Empower Students

Mankato Area Public Schools; Sun (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA Retirement Pension

403(b) Retirement Matching Program

Medical Coverage

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Paid Sick Leave

Personal Leave

Emergency Leave and Holidays

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Job summary

Mankato School District is hiring Health & Wellness Paraeducators for SUN, starting as soon as possible. The positions run 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

and involve assisting with personal care, mobility, and medication under nurse guidance, with a focus on independence and meaningful participation. Ideal candidates are compassionate, able to perform physical tasks safely, and have experience with individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• 60-semester credits or two years full-time at an institute of higher education.
• AA, AS, or AAS degree.
• Must pass the Paraeducator assessment before the first day of employment.
• Physical Screening and Background Check are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care needs, feeding, dressing, and restroom support.
• Support student transportation and mobility throughout the school day.
• Urgent medication management under guidance of the School Nurse.
• Provide behavioral support and de-escalation as needed.
• Help students develop post-high school or employment skills.
• General supervision and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Compassionate care

Disability experience

Physical safety

Education

60-semester credits

AA/AS/AAS degree

Job description

Mankato School District is hiring Health & Wellness Paraeducators for SUN, starting as soon as possible. The positions run 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

and involve assisting with personal care, mobility, and medication under nurse guidance, with a focus on independence and meaningful participation. Ideal candidates are compassionate, able to perform physical tasks safely, and have experience with individuals with disabilities.