Paraeducator - Special Education

Big Lake Public Schools #727; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Big Lake Public Schools #727 is seeking a Paraeducator SPED for Liberty Elementary. The role provides instructional support to groups or 1:1 students under licensed staff supervision.

The position emphasizes knowledge of learning theory, child development, behavior management and IEPs, with duties including preparing exercises, recording tests and maintaining classroom records.

Qualifications

• Requires AA Degree or 90 quarter credits (60 semester), or ParaPro score 460.
• ParaEducator exam assessments: 65% on A1 and 70% on A2 preferred.
• Experience with children or in a school setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist and guide students in reading, math, science or other subjects.
• Implement behavioral plans and monitor student behavior as per lesson plans and IEPs.
• Prepare exercises and drills tailored to learning needs.
• Record tests, copy materials, and maintain classroom records and supplies.

Skills

Classroom support

Reading reinforcement

Math reinforcement

Behavior management

Education

AA Degree

90 quarter credits

ParaPro exam score 460

Assessment 1 65%

Assessment 2 70%

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff Site Specific
• Date Posted: 9/15/2026
• Location: Liberty Elementary

Description

Paraeducator SPED - Liberty

Job Summary

Under the direction of licensed and professional instructional staff, this position provides instructional support and assistance to children. Positions assigned to this classification are expected to have gained or learned basic knowledge, skills and fundamentals of learning theory, child development, behavioral management/modification, and general instructional fundamentals in order to work in the classroom with groups of students or 1:1 in the areas of instructional reinforcement and student learning assistance. Responsibilities and duties are performed under the immediate supervision of licensed instructional personnel and involve assisting and guiding students in the reinforcement of reading, math, science or other classroom subjects, implementing behavioral plans and/or monitoring and enforcing appropriate behavior in accordance with instructional lesson plans and student IEP's. Positions assigned to this classification also provide assistance and support in terms of preparing exercises/drill for students better suited to their learning needs, recording tests, copying materials for the classroom, correcting papers/tests, updating and maintaining classroom records, files and supplies.

Qualifications

Requires a minimum of an AA Degree; or 90 quarter college credits (60 semester credits); or a score of 460 on the ParaPro Assessment exam; or a score of at least65% accuracy on Assessment 1 and a 70% accuracy on Assessment 2 of the ParaEducator exam. Previous experience working with children or in a school setting, and/or coursework in child development, human development, learning, behavior management or related coursework is preferred.

License Requirements

No specific licenses or certification required to gain entry into the classification. District may require specific certifications, courses and/or licenses after hiring depending upon the specific job assignment, or needs of the district.

Assignment

6.5 hrs/day

Salary and Benefits

The salary range for the position is outlined on page 44 this agreement .

The benefits for this position are outlined in this district benefit guide and this group benefit summary .

Equal Opportunity

Big Lake Schools is an equal opportunity employer: applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.