Special Education Paraeducator

White Bear Lake Area Schools, ISD #624; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

White Bear Lake Area Schools, ISD #624 is seeking a paraeducator to support elementary students with special needs. The role involves assisting teachers, guiding small groups and individual students during classroom activities.

The position follows the Paraeducator Agreement, with a Monday through Friday schedule from 7:20 a.m. to 2:20 p.m., starting October 2026, and requires an AA/AS degree or equivalent, plus relevant experience in special education support.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers by working with special needs students individually or in small groups.
• Perform intermediate human support work under the moderate supervision of the Building Principal and Director of Student Support Services.

Skills

Experience working with children

Experience supporting students with SP

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA/AS degree preferred

Job description

Salary

Per Paraeducator Agreement

Student Day

Mon - Fri, 7:20 a.m. - 2:20 p.m.

Student Level

Elementary

Start Date

October 2026

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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