Program Management Support Para - Job Coach

Bloomington Public Schools; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Insurance

Life Insurance & Disability

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Bloomington Public Schools is seeking a Program Management Support Paraprofessional - Job Coach at the Bloomington Transition Center to support 18 to 22 year old students. The role emphasizes helping students develop work skills in classroom settings and community job sites.

The position offers 6.2 hours per day, five days per week, 180 days per year, with a Class III hourly wage of $23.06–$27.15. Required: High School Diploma, 60 college credits or Para Pro pass, PCA certification (or ability

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 60 credits post-secondary education or Para Pro Exam passing score.
• PCA Certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementation of assigned tasks including instruction and assisting students academically
• Monitor student's skills of independence and implementation of classroom of individual behavior management programs
• Assist with daily living activities
• Communicate student's progress with case managers

Education

High School Diploma

60 credits post-secondary education or Para Pro Exam

PCA Certification (or ability to obtain)

Job description

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Program Management Support Paraprofessional - Job Coach

Paraprofessional/Job Coach in the Bloomington Transition Center 18 to 22 year old program

Thank you for your interest in becoming a paraprofessional at Bloomington Public Schools. Job Coaches support students with acquiring work skills in classroom settings and on job sites within the community.

Location: Bloomington Transition Center

Effective Date: 8/25/2026

Salary

Class III ranging from $23.06 - $27.15 per hour
*Wage placement based on similar experience

Hours

6.2 hours per day
5 days per week
180 days per year

Required Education

• High School Diploma
• 60 credits post-secondary education or a passing score on the Para Pro Exam
• PCA Certification (or the ability to obtain)

Physical Requirements

• Must have ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must have ability to push/pull equipment including standers, wheelchairs, etc
• Must have ability to repetitively reach overhead
• Must have ability to transfer to/from floor
• Must have ability to kneel

Required Experience

Successful experiences working with special education students in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementation of assigned tasks including instruction and assisting students academically
• Monitor student's skills of independence and implementation of classroom of individual behavior management programs
• Assist with daily living activities
• Communicate student's progress with case managers

Benefits

• Health & Dental Insurance: Employees can choose from health and dental plans to help cover medical and dental needs for themselves and their families. Employee only coverage for Health insurance is $0 per paycheck. The District also contributes to an HSA account to help cover medical expenses.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance: Employees get free life insurance, which provides money to their family if something happens to them while employed with the district. Additionally, your spouse and dependent children to age twenty-six are also covered. There is also LTD insurance to help if they can't work due to illness or injury for an extended period of time.
• Retirement & Pension Savings: Employees can save money for their future through a retirement plan or pension. The district helps by contributing money towards their savings through match, and through contributions to the State retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off: Employees accrue time off for things like Earned Personal Leave or sick days.
• Employee Support: There is also help for employees with life events through a free Employee Assistance Program. This program covers many things, including mental health, financial health, aging parent resources, young family resources.

Date Posted: 8/10/2026

Date Available: 08/25/2026