Paraeducator Special Education - Highly Qualified - 2024-25

Anoka-Hennepin School District; Champlin (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic educational environment as a Paraeducator for Special Education, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting students with disabilities. This full-time position involves assisting in instruction, managing student behavior, and ensuring the physical and emotional well-being of students. With a focus on collaboration and communication, you will work closely with teachers and staff to create an inclusive learning atmosphere. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students while enjoying a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about education and helping others, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Personal Care Assistant certification must be completed within 30 days.
• 60 semester credits or an associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction of students with disabilities.
• Manage behavior and monitor student progress.
• Support physical needs including toileting and feeding.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Recordkeeping skills

Comfort with technology

Ability to supervise students

Ability to take direction

Physical ability to lift 40 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

60 semester/90 quarter credits or an associate degree

Passed the Paraeducator or ParaPro exam

Job description

Paraeducator Special Education - Highly Qualified - 2024-25 JobID: 17616

Position Details

• Date Posted: 6/18/2024
• Closing Date: 05/09/2025
• Position Type: Classified - Paraeducator/Paraeducator - Special Education - Highly Qualified
• Location: Champlin Brooklyn Park Academy
• Number of Positions: 2
• Employment Type: Full Time, 184 days/6.5 hrs/day for the 2024-25 school year

Responsibilities

Assists in the instruction of students with disabilities in mainstream, resource room, or center-based settings. Duties may include:

1. Managing behavior (redirecting, calming, or removing disruptive students)
2. Monitoring and recording student progress in areas such as academics, daily living skills, dressing, grooming, social skills, etc.
3. Managing physical needs (toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting, positioning, transporting students in wheelchairs, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. Personal Care Assistant certification must be completed within 30 days of start date. Candidates must have:

• 60 semester/90 quarter credits or an associate degree (or higher) from a regionally accredited institution, or
• Passed the Paraeducator or ParaPro exam (documentation required)

Additional skills include good communication, interpersonal, and recordkeeping skills, comfort with technology, ability to work cooperatively, supervise students, take direction, and maintain regular attendance. Physical ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and perform responsibilities including toileting, feeding, and self-care procedures is required.

Compensation

Hourly rate ranges from $19.60 to $26.65, depending on experience and qualifications. Additional pay for serving center-based students or working at specific programs applies.

Start Date

As soon as possible. Note that hires after March 17, 2025, for positions of six or more hours per day, will be ineligible for insurance benefits until the 2025-26 school year.

Application Process

Apply online at www.ahschools.us/jobs. For questions, contact the school directly or the Special Education Department for ESC positions.

This position may be filled immediately and was previously posted.