Mental Health Behavior Aide

Austin Minnesota Public School District #492; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Austin Public School District seeks a Mental Health Behavior Aide at Banfield Elementary School to support students with behavioral and mental health needs. The role involves assisting with classroom activities, supervising students, and coordinating with teachers and administrators to maintain a safe learning environment.

Candidates should have an AA/AS degree or 60 credits, pass paraprofessional assessment, and be able to support students with special needs.

Qualifications

• AA/AS degree or 60 credits (2 years)
• Passing paraprofessional assessment test
• Ability and interest to provide assistance to children with special needs

Responsibilities

• Provides classroom assistance to students, including class work, tests, and small-group tutoring
• Assists administrators, teachers and staff to ensure student behavior and safety
• Works with students to maximize learning
• Assists students and staff in daily activities related to assignments
• Provides supervision
• Operates and maintains equipment related to job assignment

Skills

AA/AS degree or 60 credits

Paraprofessional assessment

Student support

Education

AA Degree

AS Degree

60 semester credits

Job description

• Date Posted: 8/5/2026


• Location: Banfield Elementary School

Austin Public School District is seeking to hire a Mental Health Behavior Aide at Banfield Elementary School

Qualifications

Candidate must have an AA Degree, AS Degree or 60 semester credits of post secondary education (equivalent of 2 years) or a passing score on the paraprofessional assessment test. Passing pre-employment physical. Ability & interest to provide assistance to children with special needs.

• Provides classroom assistance to students, which includes; assisting with class work and other assignments, administering tests, and tutoring students in small groups.


• Assists administrators, teachers and other staff to ensure proper behavior and safety of students.


• Works with various students to ensure learning is maximized.


• Assists students, teachers, and other staff in daily activities related to assignment


• Provide supervision.


• Operates and maintains equipment related to job assignment

Salary/Benefits

Hourly starting rate of pay is $19.90 per hour. Other benefits according to the Para Educator Working Agreement are located within the Human Resource section of the Austin Public Schools website at www.austin.k12.mn.us.

Salary

The salary range for the position is outlined on page 10 of the Paraprofessional Working Agreement:
ParaeducatorsWorkingAgreement.pdf

Benefits

• Paid time off, health insurance, life insurance, etc., according to the Paraprofessional Working Agreement, outlined on pages 13-19; 28-29: ParaeducatorsWorkingAgreement.pdf

Commitment to Equity

Austin Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions

Employees of Austin Public Schools are expected to support the strategic plan. Our mission at Austin Public Schools is to Inspire, Empower, and Accelerate. Our vision is to prepare all learners to make a difference in the world. All employees are to model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees. The strategic plan can be found on our website. https://www.austin.k12.mn.us/district-offices/school-board/strategic-plan .

As Equal Opportunity Employer

As equal opportunity employer, Austin Public Schools is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or membership or activity in a local commission. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.

Postings current as of 8/28/2026 10:46:06 AM CST.