Special Education Paraprofessional

MID STATE EDUCATION DISTRICT; Little Falls (MN); On-site; USD 26,284 - 29,094; Part time

Job summary

MID STATE EDUCATION DISTRICT in Little Falls, Minnesota, is seeking a dedicated para educator to support students' academic and social-emotional growth. In this role, you will assist with individual education plans, working both with students and collaboratively with teachers in a special education classroom.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with relevant experience as a teacher's assistant or in childcare. Your contributions will help inspire students to reach their fullest potential and lead fulfilling lives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience as a teacher's assistant in relevant settings.
• Must pass background check and lifting assessment.

Responsibilities

• Support academic and social-emotional growth of students.
• Assist students and teachers in special education classroom.
• Follow individual education plans.

Skills

Ability to work cooperatively

Effective communication

Maintain confidentiality

Observe and record accurately

Understand and correct assignments

Work positively with students with disabilities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Open until filled.

Interview dates: Estimated late July through early August.

Wage Range: $19.08/hr - $21.12.

Join the Mid-State Education District team, where we work to inspire every student to achieve their potential and prepare students to lead productive, fulfilling lives.

Summary

In this position, you will help support the academic and social-emotional growth of students and provide support following individual education plans. You may work individually with students or collectively with teachers in the special education classroom to assist with the day-to-day needs.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a teacher's assistant in a teaching environment in or outside a school system or related childcare work.
• Ability to pass background check.
• Ability to complete and pass a lifting assessment.
• Highly qualified para educator or pass academic assessment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work cooperatively with children and adults.
• Ability to effectively communicate with, and establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, parents, staff and community.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to observe and record accurately.
• Ability to understand and accurately correct student assignments.
• Ability to meet federal/state guidelines (where appropriate) and/or to successfully complete specified in-service courses.
• Demonstrated ability to work positively with students with disabilities and under the supervision of a special education teacher.

To Apply

Interested applicants MUST complete an application within the Frontline Application Portal, which can be found via the job post on the Mid-State Education District Website: www.midstate.k12.mn.us/careers.

For questions about the position or application process, please contact us at [phone].

Mid-State Education District complies with all state and federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, or disability. This holds true for all district employment and opportunities.