Impactful Special Education Paraeducator

Sylvania; Blaine, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,872,000 - 3,602,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Job summary

Paraeducator / Teacher Assistant - Special Education is a full-time role in Minnesota providing 184 days of service at 6.5 hours per day. Start ASAP after a 5-day posting period.

Key duties include assisting instructional activities for students with disabilities, behavior management, progress monitoring, and supporting daily living and mobility tasks. Requires high school diploma, a ParaEducator credential or 60 credits/associate degree, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification: Personal Care Assistant within 30 days of start date.
• 60 semester/90 quarter credits or an associate degree or ParaEducator/ParaPro exam—documentation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction of students with disabilities in various settings (mainstream, resource room, center base).
• Manage behavior by redirecting or removing disruptive students; support a calm classroom environment.
• Monitor and record student progress in academics, daily living skills, dressing, grooming, social skills, etc.
• Assist with physical needs including toileting, feeding, lifting, and positioning as needed.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Recordkeeping

Technology proficiency

Teamwork

Supervision

Attendance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 60 credits/90 quarter credits or ParaEducator exam

Job description

Paraeducator / Teacher Assistant - Special Education is a full-time role in Minnesota providing 184 days of service at 6.5 hours per day. Start ASAP after a 5-day posting period.

Key duties include assisting instructional activities for students with disabilities, behavior management, progress monitoring, and supporting daily living and mobility tasks. Requires high school diploma, a ParaEducator credential or 60 credits/associate degree, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds.