Special Education Paraeducator

White Bear Lake Area Schools; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

White Bear Lake Area Schools seeks a Special Education Paraeducator to assist teachers in supporting students with special needs in a middle school setting. Duties include working with students individually or in small groups during the middle school day under moderate supervision of building administrators.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with experience with children; an AA/AS degree is preferred, plus experience with special education paperwork and student 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.
• Provide support under the supervision of the Building Principal and Director of Student Support Services.
• Support administrative tasks related to special education paperwork and documentation.

Skills

Experience with children

Special education support

Education

AA/AS degree preferred

60 semester credits

Parapro test eligible

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Special Education Paraeducator JobID: 9575

• Date Posted: 8/27/2026
• Location: Central Middle School, White Bear Lake, MN

Student Day

Middle School 9:15 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Student Level

Secondary

Start Date

August 31, 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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