Special Ed Educational Assistant-PCA - District Wide 2025-2026 School Year

Northfield Public Schools; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks dedicated Special Education Educational Assistants to support students with personal care and instructional needs. In this role, you will work closely with licensed staff to implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and assist students in daily living activities. Your contributions will help foster a positive learning environment, ensuring that every student receives the attention and support they need to thrive. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and enjoy working in a dynamic school setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Coverage

403(b) Plan with District Match

Qualifications

• Assist students with daily living and instructional activities.
• Implement behavior intervention plans as specified in IEPs.

Responsibilities

• Observe and redirect student behavior according to district policies.
• Provide supplemental tutoring and support to students as directed.

Skills

Behavior Management

Instructional Support

Communication Skills

Assistive Technology

Education

Associate Degree or Higher

60 College Credits

Job description

Openings as of 5/3/2025

Special Ed Educational Assistant-PCA - District Wide 2025-2026 School Year

JobID: 4484

Position Type:
Educational Assistants


Date Posted:
4/9/2025


Location:
All Schools


Date Available:
08/25/2025


Closing Date:
Open Until Filled


JOB ID: 4484 - Special Education Educational Assistant - PCA 2025-2026 School Year - Full-time and Part-time positions beginning 8/25/2025.
Location: District Wide
Scheduled days/hours: Standard hours are 6.75 hours/day M-F with the opportunity to work part time or add additional hours.
Qualifications: At least two years of college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education; or an Associate or higher degree; OR a passing score on the MN Para Pro assessment demonstrating the knowledge and ability to assist with instruction in reading/language arts, writing, mathematics or readiness for each.
Pay Rate/Range: $21.86/hr. - $23.51/hr. 2025-2026 EA Agreement
Compensation/Benefits/Perks: scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week are eligible to receive district insurance benefits.
Comprehensive and affordable benefits package including:
Medical. Dental. Vision.
Life/AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Coverage.
403 (b) Plan and District Match
District Paid Life Insurance
Deadline: Open Until Filled -- EOE (4/9/2025) - Employment is contingent upon completion of a background check and a required pre-work screening.

Job Summary:
Under the direction of licensed special education instructional and/or related services staff, the Educational Assistant - Personal Care Assistant assists one or more students in accomplishing activities of daily living; instrumental activities of daily living, health related functions; redirection and intervention of behavior; instructional activities; and other tasks as are identified within assigned students' IEPs.
Responsibilities:
Observes, monitors and redirects student behavior. Reinforces appropriate behaviors and maintains discipline in accordance with District policies and procedures. Assists in implementing behavior intervention plans as are specified in individual students' IEPs.
• Provides observational and other relevant information regarding student performance and behaviors to special education licensed staff.
Reinforces instructional material presented by the teacher with students individually or in small groups, as directed by the supervising teacher(s).
• Provides supplemental tutoring, guided practice and other instructionally relevant activities to students as directed by the supervising teacher(s).

• Provides assistance and support to adapting classroom curriculum to the instructional needs of each student by clearly repeating directions at a level the student understands, encouraging cooperation in classroom activities, communicating expectations, modifying tests or tasks into smaller steps, and assisting the student with the use of assistive technology.

• Assists the teacher with the daily evaluation of student assignments, corrects student papers, etc. as requested.





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