Health & Wellness Paraeducator: Empower Students' Independence

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

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

403(b) retirement

Medical coverage

Life Insurance

Long-term disability

Paid sick leave

Holidays

HSA

FSA

Job summary

Mankato Area Public Schools seeks Health and Wellness Paraeducators for the 2026-2027 school year. Under supervision of a classroom teacher, you will promote student independence and meaningful participation using evidence-based interventions for students with significant needs.

Roles include assisting with personal care, transportation, and medication management, with emphasis on fostering independence and safe participation in school activities.

Qualifications

• 60 semester credits or an AA/AS/AAS degree or paraeducator assessment required.
• Compassionate and comfortable providing personal care.
• Ability to perform physical tasks safely.
• Background check and physical screening required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care needs, including feeding, dressing, and restroom support.
• Supporting student transportation and mobility throughout the school day.
• Helping manage student medication needs under the guidance and delegation of the School Nurse.
• Utilizing evidence-based interventions to foster independence and active school participation.
• Providing behavioral support and de-escalation as needed.
• Supporting students in developing post-high school, job, and employment skills.
• Guiding and assisting students during community-based service learning and outings.
• Performing additional duties as assigned by the supervising teacher or school principal.

Skills

Compassionate care

Personal care

Disability experience

Education

60 semester credits / two years college

Associate’s degree (AA/AS/AAS)

Paraeducator assessment

Job description

Mankato Area Public Schools seeks Health and Wellness Paraeducators for the 2026-2027 school year. Under supervision of a classroom teacher, you will promote student independence and meaningful participation using evidence-based interventions for students with significant needs.

Roles include assisting with personal care, transportation, and medication management, with emphasis on fostering independence and safe participation in school activities.