Special Education Paraeducator

Applitrack; North Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

School District 622 - North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale is seeking a Special Education paraeducator to support classroom instruction and student activities. The position is 32.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.

– 3:30 p.m., with a Fall 2026 start date and a pay rate of $24.54 per hour. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with multiple transfer options, ability to lift up to 70 pounds, and strong communication while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; higher education or ParaEducator test eligibility preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and restrain students in emergencies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction and support students in various subjects.
• Provide classroom assistance: implement plans, prepare schedules, organize materials, assist with activities.
• Support staff in meeting individual student needs and safety; monitor progress and document IEPs.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA/AS/AAS or 60 credits

ParaEducator test eligibility

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - School District 622 - North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale

School District 622 - North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale

• Date Posted: 8/25/2026

Internal consideration is given until 3:30 pm on August 31, 2026.

Position: Special Education Paraeducator

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., 32.5 hours per week, student contact days

Start Date: Fall 2026

Pay: $24.54 per hour

Benefits: Benefits are in accordance with the labor agreement covering Paraeducators - https://www.isd622.org/about/human-resources

Required Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED and one of the following:
  • An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree, or
  • Two years of post-secondary coursework (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) from an accredited institution of higher education which are applicable toward a bachelors degree, or
  • Passing score on ParaEducator test.(For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800-772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro )
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and restrain students in emergency situations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Completion of any required training necessary for the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (preferably in Education)
• Education assistant/paraprofessional or teaching experience
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities
• Experience and/or training in behavior management

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the instruction of students by providing support and practical training to students in various subject matters
• Provide assistance to the teacher by performing such duties as:
  • Implementing instructional plans and assisting with the adaptation/modification of the curriculum as directed by the teacher
  • Preparing class schedules
  • Organizing learning materials
  • Assisting with classroom activities
• Assist educational staff in performing duties to meet the specific needs of students including, but not limited to:
  • Redirecting inappropriate behaviors of students in classrooms
  • Preparing food for and/or feeding students
  • Assisting in the physical movement of students
  • Diapering and toileting students
  • Escorting students to vocational training jobs
  • Chaperoning student community outings
  • Supervising students during bus loading and unloading
• Promote a safe and productive learning environment for students, ensuring that student needs are met by communicating with other staff about student needs
• Monitor and document the educational progress of students by performing evaluations of student progress and needs
• Record data pertaining to Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting at all times
• Other related duties as assigned

May be regularly required to walk throughout a building and may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance or push up to 90 pounds, and must be able to restrain students with proper training and assistance when needed, and may be required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Independent School District No, 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, does not discriminated on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity.

ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

Postings current as of 10/2/2026 11:01:47 AM CST.

Internal Applicants Only (This application should be used for applying within your current bargaining unit only.)

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