Impactful Special Education Para: Significant Support

Mesa County Valley School District 51; Minnesota; On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa County Valley School District 51 is seeking a Paraprofessional, Special Education (Sped) - Significant Support for LIFE/SSN at Chatfield Elementary. This role provides instructional, behavioral, and personal-care support to students with disabilities under licensed staff supervision.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP goals, assisting with data collection, and maintaining a structured, safe learning environment. Strong teamwork and adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• Supports instructional and behavioral needs under licensed staff guidance.
• Assists with implementing IEP goals and accommodations as directed.
• Performs data collection and documentation of student progress.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Support: deliver teacher-designed instruction in various settings.
• Behavior Monitoring: support safety plans and de-escalation strategies.
• Personal Care: assist with hygiene, mobility, and daily living tasks as needed.
• Data Collection: record progress and report to staff for instructional adjustments.

Skills

Instructional support

IEP implementation

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or 48 college hours or WorkKeys

Two years experience preferred

Bilingual English/Spanish when assigned bilingual program

Job description

Mesa County Valley School District 51 is seeking a Paraprofessional, Special Education (Sped) - Significant Support for LIFE/SSN at Chatfield Elementary. This role provides instructional, behavioral, and personal-care support to students with disabilities under licensed staff supervision.

Responsibilities include implementing IEP goals, assisting with data collection, and maintaining a structured, safe learning environment. Strong teamwork and adaptability are essential.