Paraprofessional/Pupil Support Assistant, Special Education

Hastings Public Schools; Hastings (MN); Presencial; USD 26 000 - 36 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Hastings Public Schools at Hastings High School (Resource/LEAP program) seeks a paraprofessional to support students academically and behaviorally. Start is 6.25 hours/day with a 30-minute lunch for the 2026-2027 year, with adjustments next year.

You will assist licensed teachers, collect data, support social-emotional learning, and help with daily activities while maintaining confidentiality and equity.

Qualificações

• Two years of qualifying college credits (Minnesota) or an associate degree with qualifying coursework.
• Associate degree or higher with qualifying coursework.
• Passing score on a valid assessment.
• Proficient communication skills and ability to follow directions.

Responsabilidades

• Assist licensed teacher with instructional reinforcement and progress tracking.
• Support data collection and behavior management to help student success.
• Assist with academics, social/emotional needs, and interpersonal skills.
• Follow district policies including emergency procedures and positive behavior supports.
• Reinforce instruction through small group or individual activities.
• Supervise students during lunch, arrival/departure, and daily routines.
• Maintain respect, equity and confidentiality.

Conhecimentos

Oral and written communication

Follow program direction

Organizational skills

Punctuality

Lift up to 50 pounds

Formação académica

Two years of qualifying college credits (Minnesota)

Associate degree or higher with qualifying coursework

Passing score on a valid assessment

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Purpose

Paraprofessionals in ISD 200 empower students to achieve their best by supporting them academically, emotionally and behaviorally to maximize their learning experience.

Location & Position

Hastings High School - Resource/LEAP Program (Setting 3, ASD/DCD center-based program)

Hours

• 6.25 hours/day (plus 30 minute unpaid lunch) for the 2026-2027 school year. (Hours anticipated to be 5.75 beginning 2027-2028 school year)
• Start and end times vary based on location and student need
• Student contact days only

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assisting the licensed teacher in providing instructional reinforcement, accommodations and managing student educational progress in the classroom
• Assist with data collection and behavior management techniques to ensure student success
• Assist and support student learning with academics, social/emotional needs, and interpersonal skills
• Assist special education teacher in implementing district policies and procedures including but not limited to emergency procedures, data collection, positive behavior supports and non-violent crisis intervention as directed
• Reinforce instruction through small group or individual activities
• Ability to be flexible with schedule changes, student assignments, behavior regulation
• Supervising and assisting students during lunch, arrival/departure from school, and other daily needs
• Maintain a high level of respect, equity for all and confidentiality of information regarding students, staff and families
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • at least two years of qualifying college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education, or;
  • an associates or higher degree, with qualifying course work, or;
  • a passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment.
• Proficient in oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow program direction as provided by teachers and administrators
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in weight and support students with activities of daily living
• Proficient in organizational skills
• Ability to be punctual in reporting to work and for assigned duties during the day

Salary/Benefits

• This position starting wage is $22.51 per the Paraprofessional Master Agreement
• This position does qualify for benefits please see the Paraprofessional Master Agreement

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