Special Education Assistant

South St. Paul Public Schools; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HealthPartners coverage for medical

403(b) retirement with district match

TRA or PERA Retirement Association

Flexible spending account

Paid time off and leave benefits

Job summary

South St. Paul Public Schools in Kaposia Elementary seeks a Special Education Assistant to provide direct support to students with disabilities.

You will assist with daily living activities, support instruction, and help implement IEPs and BIPs to foster a safe, structured learning environment. Collaborating with teachers and families, you will monitor progress, maintain accurate records, and participate in required trainings.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with disabilities.
• Ability to follow IEPs and BIPs with fidelity.
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy of student information.
• Ability to document data and communicate progress clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist students during arrival, dismissal, and transportation as needed by IEPs.
• Support daily living skills and behavior interventions per plans.
• Deliver instructional support and accommodations under staff direction.
• Provide program support in SUN, EBD, and similar settings.
• Maintain records, collect data, and document progress toward goals.
• Collaborate with teachers and families to coordinate services.
• Attend required trainings and follow district procedures.

Skills

Data privacy awareness

Communication skills

Collaboration with families

Behavior support

Technology literacy

Tools

IEP software

Job description

Location: Kaposia Elementary School

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

Position Title: Special Education Assistant
Department: Kaposia Elementary
Immediate Supervisor's Position Title: Building Principal
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $25.61 per hour

General Summary of Purpose of Job: Provide direct support to students receiving special education services by assisting with daily living needs, implementing instructional and behavioral plans, and ensuring a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment in alignment with IEPs and district guidelines.

Job Functions

• Assist students during arrival and dismissal, including bus loading/unloading, transitions to/from class, and supervision on transportation as required by IEPs.
• Support students with self-care needs such as toileting, dressing, eating, and other activities of daily living as directed by the case manager.
• Monitor student behavior across settings and implement appropriate interventions to address behavioral, social, or safety concerns.
• Assist in delivering instruction by supporting learning activities and implementing modifications or accommodations as directed by special education staff.
• Provide support within specialized programs (e.g., SUN, EBD), assisting with teacher-directed tasks and student interventions.
• Follow and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) with fidelity.
• Ensure student safety and appropriate social behavior during recess, playground, and other unstructured activities.
• Collect and record data, assist with administering assessments, and document student progress toward academic and behavioral goals.
• Maintain accurate and timely records related to IEP services, third-party billing, progress reports, and other required documentation.
• Communicate and collaborate with teachers, case managers, and team members to coordinate services and support student success.
• Participate in required training, adhere to district policies and procedures, maintain regular attendance, foster inclusive relationships, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of data privacy rules and regulations related to student information
• Basic knowledge of routine computer operations, including email, internet navigation, and word processing
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately
• Basic technology skills for completing work tasks and documentation
• Collaborative skills to work effectively with staff and families
• Ability to work positively and effectively with children with disabilities
• Ability to support students with behavioral challenges, including those who may exhibit physical or verbal aggression
• Ability to function as a cooperative team member with staff and parents
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and apply data privacy practices in daily work

Physical Requirements
Constantly required to move and interact with students including standing, walking, sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, lift, use hands for fingering, grasping and feeling, wrists, hands and/or fingers for repetitive motions or computer use. The employee must frequently lift, move and/or carry up to 30 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to and over 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Benefits at South St. Paul Public Schools:

• HealthPartners coverage for medical and dental
• 403(b) retirement with district match
• TRA or PERA Retirement Association benefits
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off and leave benefits

**Complete benefits details available through Human Resources. Benefits vary by position and contract.