Special Education Paraeducator

White Bear Lake Area Schools #624; Hugo (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

White Bear Lake Area School District seeks an elementary paraprofessional to assist teachers in supporting students with special needs. Work is performed under moderate supervision by the Building Principal and Director of Student Support Services.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 60 credits/AA or Parapro test, and prior experience with children and special education paperwork. Valid MN driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and moderate experience working with children.
• Associates/Technical degree preferred.
• Experience supporting students with special education needs.
• Experience organizing and managing special education paperwork.

Skills

Experience with special education

Paperwork management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates/Technical degree preferred

AA/AS degree or 60 credits required for Parapro

Job description

• Date Posted: 7/28/2026

Salary: Per ParaeducatorAgreement

Work Week: 6.5 hrs per day; 7:30am-2:30 Monday-Friday, per the school calendar

Student Level: Elementary

Position Dates: 8/31/26

Position Summary

Performs intermediate human support work assisting classroom teachers by working with special needs students individually or in small groups, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Building Principal and Director of Student Support Services.

Education and /or Experience

• High school diploma or GED and moderate experience working with children


• Associates/Technical degree preferred.


• Experience supporting students with special education needs


• Experience organizing and managing special education paperwork

Special Requirements

• Must hold AA/AS degree, completed 60 semester credits, approved competency portfolio or pass MN Parapro test


• Training in Blood Borne Pathogens upon hire.


• Training in Crisis Prevention Intervention within 6-12 months upon hire as needed for program.


• Valid driver's license in the State of Minnesota.

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