Paraprofessional: Special Education

Young World Physical Education; New Prague (MN); On-site; USD 25,623 - 26,725; Part time

Job summary

New Prague Area Schools is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional-CEC for the New Prague, Minnesota area. The 7:00am-2:30pm shift supports students with disabilities to access the curriculum and benefit from their educational placement.

The paraprofessional will assist under a special education teacher, implementing interventions, accommodations, and modifications while fostering a positive learning environment. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a Minnesota driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license.
• Previous experience in working with children, specifically with disabilities, preferred.
• Knowledge and ability to apply basic computer, math and language skills.
• Ability to work with students and staff.
• Ability to work with children of various ability levels.
• Knowledge of district discipline policy.
• Knowledge and application of Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training if required by the position.
• Position requires exercising confidentiality in handling district information.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities who need support to access the curriculum and benefit from their educational placement.
• Under the supervision of a special education teacher, carry out appropriate student interventions, accommodations, and modifications.
• Foster and nurture a positive learning environment for all students.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Discipline policy knowledge

Communication with students

Confidentiality

CPI training

Working with diverse learners

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Paraprofessional: Special Education

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Job Details

Job ID: 5849549

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

Special Education Paraprofessional-CEC

Support student morning transportation

7:00am-2:30pm

Job Summary:Assist students with disabilities who need support to access the curriculum and benefit from their educational placement.

The responsibilities of a special education paraprofessional foster and nurture a positive learning environment for all students. A special education paraprofessional has the ability to work with a variety of disabilities that affect student communication needs, behavioral performance, self-care skills, and academic supports. Under the supervision of a special education teacher, the paraprofessional is responsible to carry out appropriate student interventions, accommodations, and modifications.

Work Requirements and Characteristics:

Education/Certification/Licensure:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license

Experience:

Previous experience in working with children, specifically with disabilities, preferred

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and ability to apply basic computer, math and language skills
• Ability to work well with students and staff
• Ability to work with children of various ability levels
• Knowledge of district discipline policy
• Knowledge and application of Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training if required by the position
• Position requires exercising confidentiality in handling district information

New Prague Area Schools is a consistently growing district of 4,000 students, Pre K through 12. The district is located about 45 miles southwest of the Twin Cities. The district serves the students and community members of the New Prague, Elko New Market, northern Lonsdale areas, as well as several other communities. The district offers a small-town quality of life with easy access to the conveniences of a major metropolitan area.

I.S.D. 721 is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $18.60 to $19.40 Per Hour

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