Instructional Paraeducator - Spanish Immersion Classroom

St. Cloud School District 742; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance and AD&D

Long-term disability

Job summary

St. Cloud School District 742 is seeking an Instructional Paraeducator to support Spanish Immersion classrooms and diverse learners. Under supervision, you will assist students, help implement lessons, and maintain a positive learning environment across classrooms, resource centers, and labs.

The role is hourly with hours varying by program needs. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and HQ status via 60 college credits or paraeducator exam; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• HQ status demonstrated through one of the eligible options.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• 60 college credits with GPA 2.0+ or passing paraeducator exam.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist students during instructional and non-instructional activities.
• Observe, monitor, and communicate student progress to teachers.
• Support teachers in preparing lessons across subject areas.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma or GED

60 college credits (AA/AS)

Paraeducator Exam (HQ)

Job description

TYPE OF POSITION:

Hourly

Hours may vary based on program needs

Instructional Paraeducator, Bilingual, Spanish

Supports Spanish Immersion Classroom

REPORTS TO:

Building Principals, Immediate Supervisor

SUPERVISION:

None

SALARY:

$19.00/hr (starting salary for new hires)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Diploma
• Highly Qualified (HQ) status demonstrated through one of the following:
• 60 college credits (or AA/AS degree) with a GPA of 2.0 or higher
• Passing score on the Paraeducator Exam (contact district for information)

Preferred

• Similar job-related experience
• Bilingual

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Instructional Paraeducator is responsible for assisting and encouraging students to learn under the direction of professional staff and supporting students in preparing lessons across subject areas in classrooms, Resource Centers, computer labs, and other educational settings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Supervise and assist students during instructional and non-instructional activities
• Maintain awareness and observe student activities and behaviors, including communicating rules, expectations, and consequences
• Promote School District rules, policies, procedures, Mission Statement, and Core Values
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a positive learning environment
• Adhere to federal, state, and district student data confidentiality and privacy laws
• Observe, monitor, and communicate student progress to teachers
• Perform record keeping and clerical functions to support administrators and teachers
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL FACTORS:

• Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time; may be exposed to adverse weather
• Frequent: walking, standing, sitting, hearing, talking, and seeing
• Light Work: exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible force constantly to move objects

BENEFITS:

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week*.
• This includes health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, and long-term disability insurance.
• (*Temporary, seasonal, and substitute positions not eligible.)

All Employees of Saint Cloud School District 742 are responsible to support District goals, to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse populations of staff, students and parents and to model and promote a welcoming working and learning environment. Employees are expected to support and adapt to change and to demonstrate commitment to continuous performance improvement. Employees are responsible to establish and maintain effective communication with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents, respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the District, and to be dependent and accountable in the performance of their work. It is the prerogative of the District to assign staff so as to best meet the needs of the District.

St. Cloud School District 742 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at St. Cloud School District 742 Title IX Information.

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