Special Education Paraeducator: Impactful Classroom Support

Sylvania; Brooklyn Center (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is hiring a Paraeducator for Special Education for the 2026-27 school year. This Full-Time, 184 days/year position offers about 6.5 hours per day and starts after a 5-day posting period.

Two positions are available. Responsibilities include assisting in instruction, behavior management, progress monitoring, and supporting students’ physical needs. Minimum qualifications include a HS diploma, required certification within 30 days, and college credits or an exam.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certification required within 30 days of start date.
• 60 sem/90 quarter credits or an associate degree or have passed the ParaEducator exam or ParaPro exam.
• Good communication, interpersonal and recordkeeping skills. Ability/desire to work with technology and computers.
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and staff. Ability to supervise students. Ability to take direction.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the instruction of students with disabilities in mainstream, resource room or centre-based settings.
• Manage behavior (redirecting, calming or removing a disruptive student from the classroom).
• Monitoring and recording student progress in instructional areas (academics, daily living skills, dressing, grooming, social skills, etc.).
• Managing physical needs (toileting, feeding, dressing, lifting, positioning, transporting students in wheelchairs, etc.).

Skills

Good communication

Recordkeeping

Interpersonal skills

Cooperation

Attendance

Lifting 40 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ParaEducator certification or ParaPro exam within 30 days

60 sem/90 quarter credits or associate degree

Job description

Sylvania is hiring a Paraeducator for Special Education for the 2026-27 school year. This Full-Time, 184 days/year position offers about 6.5 hours per day and starts after a 5-day posting period.

Two positions are available. Responsibilities include assisting in instruction, behavior management, progress monitoring, and supporting students’ physical needs. Minimum qualifications include a HS diploma, required certification within 30 days, and college credits or an exam.