Paraeducator - Classroom Paraprofessional (Grades 3-5)

Minnesota Service Cooperatives; Orono (MN); On-site; USD 26,091 - 30,624; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Longevity Career Increment

Annual TSA Match: $500

Two Paid Holidays per year

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Classroom Paraeducator to support students in grades 3-5. Responsibilities include supervising students during lunch and recess, providing academic assistance, and collaborating with other staff. Candidates must have a calm demeanor and be flexible in varying classroom settings. The position offers an hourly wage between $18.94 and $22.23 along with various health insurance benefits, including coverage of up to 45% by the district.

Qualifications

• Motivated, self-starter with required physical capabilities.
• Ability to provide supervision in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision to students during lunch and recess.
• Support academic needs in assigned settings.
• Collaborate for the benefit of all students.

Skills

Ability to handle situations with a calm demeanor

Flexibility in various settings

Collaboration with paraprofessionals

Job description

Overview

Location: Orono Intermediate School

District: Orono Public Schools

Position Type: Student Support Services/ Classroom Paraprofessional

Date Posted: 9/23/2025

Description

Classroom Paraeducator (Grades 3-5)

Job Summary

• Provide supervision to students in grades 3, 4, and 5 during lunch and recess.
• Support student academic needs in a variety of classroom settings as assigned.
• Collaborate with other paraprofessionals for the benefit of all students.

Qualifications

• This is a four (4) hour per day position.
• Paraprofessionals must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job, which entails outdoor supervision in various weather conditions.
• Be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to handle situations with a calm demeanor.
• Flexibility and a cooperative nature are required.

Bargaining Group and Level: Paraeducators/Classroom Para

Compensation

Hourly Wage: $18.94-$22.23

Insurance

• Single Health: 45% Covered by District
• Employee + 1 Health: 37.5% Covered by District
• Family Health: 37.5% Covered by District
• Dental: Partial Coverage by District
• Life insurance equal to annual wages: 100% Covered by District
• LTD insurance: 100% Covered by District
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Holidays

Two Paid Holidays per year

Other Benefits

• Longevity Career Increment
• Annual TSA Match: $500

Retirement/Pension

Positions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)

Application Procedure

All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs

District Website

www.oronoschools.org

Contact

Ms. Mary Jodl, Intermediate School Principal
952-449-8475
[e-mail]
Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8370
[e-mail]