Paraeducator Special Education - 2024-25

Anoka-Hennepin School District; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Paraeducator for Special Education. In this vital role, you will assist in the instruction of students with disabilities, helping them thrive in both mainstream and specialized settings. Your responsibilities will include monitoring student progress, managing behavior, and providing essential support for daily living skills. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students while working in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about education and dedicated to helping students succeed, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Personal Care Assistant certification must be obtained within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the instruction of students with disabilities.
• Monitor and record student progress in various skills.
• Manage behavior and physical needs of students.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Recordkeeping skills

Ability to work with technology

Supervising students

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Personal Care Assistant certification

60 semester or 90 quarter credits or higher

Job description

Paraeducator Special Education - 2024-25

JobID: 19825

Position Type: Classified - Paraeducator / Paraeducator - Special Education - Highly Qualified

Date Posted: 4/29/2025

Location: Coon Rapids Middle School

Closing Date: 05/05/2025

Position Details

Type: Full-Time, 184 days / 6.5 hours per day

Duties

• Assist in the instruction of students with disabilities in mainstream, resource room, or center-based settings.
• Manage behavior by redirecting, calming, or removing disruptive students from the classroom.
• Monitor and record student progress in areas such as academics, daily living skills, dressing, grooming, and social skills.
• Manage physical needs including toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting, positioning, and transporting students in wheelchairs.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Personal Care Assistant certification required within 30 days of start date.
• Candidates must have completed 60 semester or 90 quarter credits, obtained an associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution, or passed the ParaEducator or ParaPro exam (documentation required).
• Good communication, interpersonal, and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability and desire to work with technology and computers.
• Ability to supervise students, work cooperatively with staff, and take direction.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and lift a minimum of 40 pounds.

Physical and Other Requirements

Must be able to perform responsibilities including physical tasks such as toileting, feeding, and self-care procedures. Must be physically present in the building.

Rate of Pay

• $19.60/hour to $24.75/hour depending on experience.
• Additional pay for center-based and specialized programs.

Start Date

ASAP after closing, with eligibility for insurance benefits aligned with hire date and position hours.

Application Process

All applicants must complete the online application at www.ahschools.us/jobs.

Questions

Contact the school directly or the Special Education Department for ESC positions.