Special Education Assistant - ASD Program Impact

Minneapolis Public Schools; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

HSA & FSA

Retirement plan

Job summary

Minneapolis Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with ASD at Olson Middle. The role involves assisting staff with individualized lessons, promoting inclusion, and helping students meet education goals in a diverse, collaborative setting.

Responsibilities include implementing behavior plans, recording progress, and maintaining confidentiality while working closely with families and school teams in a dynamic middle school environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required and ParaPro assessment with minimum score.
• Two years of paid experience working with children is preferred.
• Ability to monitor and support students with disabilities in inclusive settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students with disabilities in a learning environment.
• Assist staff to implement individualized lessons and activities.
• Promote independence, inclusion, and self-advocacy skills.
• Record and monitor student progress and behavior data.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and adhere to policies.

Skills

Behavior monitoring

Student support

Communication with children

De-escalation

Collaboration with staff

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ParaPro assessment

Job description

Minneapolis Public Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with ASD at Olson Middle. The role involves assisting staff with individualized lessons, promoting inclusion, and helping students meet education goals in a diverse, collaborative setting.

Responsibilities include implementing behavior plans, recording progress, and maintaining confidentiality while working closely with families and school teams in a dynamic middle school environment.