Special Education Paraeducator

White Bear Lake Area Schools, ISD #624; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The White Bear Lake Area School District seeks a paraeducator to support secondary students with special needs, working with teachers in small groups or one-on-one, under supervision of the Building Principal and Director of Student Support Services.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 60 credits, an AA/AS preferred, and MN Parapro test or approved portfolio; training in Bloodborne Pathogens and Crisis Prevention Intervention; and a valid Minnesota driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• AA/AS degree preferred.
• Minimum 60 credits completed; portfolio or MN Parapro test accepted.
• Experience with and knowledge of special education needed.
• Bloodborne pathogens training required; Crisis Prevention Intervention within 6–12 months.
• Valid MN driver’s license required.

Skills

Experience working with children

Special education support

Organization skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

AA/AS degree preferred

60 credits completed

MN Parapro test or competency portfolio

Bloodborne pathogens training

Crisis Prevention Intervention training

Valid Minnesota driver’s license

Job description

Salary: Per Paraeducator Agreement

Student Day: 8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.. Staff schedule dependent on student need

Student Level: Secondary

Start Date: August 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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