Kid Zone Special Education Paraprofessional

Lakeville Area Schools; United States; On-site; USD 10,911,000 - 14,547,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Lakeville Area Schools is seeking a Kid Zone Special Education Paraprofessional to support ESS and special education teams at Orchard Lake Elementary School. The role includes leading small groups, providing one-to-one follow-up, and implementing IEP adaptations to help students stay on task and succeed academically.

Daily hours are 7:00–10:00 a.m. for 176 days per year, with benefits and a focus on creating an inclusive, supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Training or experience working with children in a group tutorial and supervisory setting.
• Interpersonal skills suitable for working with students and adults.
• Basic academic competencies to provide tutoring support.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a contributing member of the ESS and special education team.
• Support academic programs designed by ESS instructors, lead small groups, provide one-to-one follow-up, re-teach/review, and keep students on-task.
• Provide supports to enhance student success and independence through IEP adaptations and accommodations (e.g., taking notes, reading aloud, using technology, organizational tools).
• Provide feedback to ESS instructors and special education teachers about activities, assignments, participation, and behavior.

Skills

Group tutoring

Interpersonal skills

Basic academic support

Job description

• Position Type: Community Education/ Kid Zone Paraprofessional
• Date Posted: 8/11/2026
• Location: Orchard Lake Elementary School
• Date Available: 08/31/2026

Kid Zone Special Education Paraprofessional

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Serve as a contributing member of the ESS and special education team.
• Support academic programs designed by ESS instructors, special and general education teachers including leading small groups, providing one-to-one follow-up, re-teaching/review, and keeping students on-task.
• Provide supports to enhance student success and independence through implementation of Individual Education Program (IEP) adaptations and accommodations. (e.g., taking notes in class, reading materials aloud, utilizing technology, implementing organizational tools).
• Provide feedback to ESS instructors and special education teachers about ESS class activities, assignments, student participation, and behavior.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Training or experience working with children in a group tutorial and supervisory setting.
• Interpersonal skills, that lend themselves to a compatible working relationship with students and other adults in the work place as determined by the principal.
• Possess basic academic competencies to provide tutorial assistance to the student(s) as needed.

SCHEDULE

• Days Per Year: 176 plus field trips
• Start Date: 8/31/2026
• Start and End Times: 7:00-10:00 a.m.

SALARY

Student focused, community connected.

Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School District No. 194) is an award-winning school system and the twelfth largest school district in Minnesota serving approximately 12,000 students in Lakeville, parts of Burnsville and Elko New Market, and portions of Eureka, Credit River and New Market Townships. There are nine elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools, an Area Learning Center, an online K-12 school, Early Childhood programming, and lifelong learning opportunities through Community Education.

Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student with our mission to strive to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically and civically. We are committed to establishing a school community that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students, staff and families where every person feels welcomed, valued, and respected.

As an employee of Lakeville Area Schools, you will have access to high-quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well-being of you and your family!

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment.
  • All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans.
  • Teachers are offered health & dental benefits at a 0.5 FTE or more.
  • All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance.
  • Health benefits include:
    • Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST.
    • Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7.
    • Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs.
    • Provider choice with the largest PPO network available.
    • Wellness rewards program.
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (For more information, visit PERA for non-instructional positions and TRA for instructional/licensed positions).
• Staff over 30 hours per week offered employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
• Staff over 30 hours per week offered Long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury. (offered to teachers at .5 FTE or more)
• Tax-free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health, well-being, and performance. Under our EAP employees and their families can receive no-cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns: anxiety, childcare, eldercare family conflict, parenting concerns, alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more.
• Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible, effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals anytime, anywhere for better health and well-being.

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov .

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools. Employment information can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document located on our website .

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS

There are several collective bargaining agreements at Lakeville Area Schools. Check them outon our website under "Collective BargainingAgreements".

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities and supports workforce diversity