Special Education Paraprofessional

High School; Saint Michael (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability Coverage

Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Job summary

St. Michael-Albertville School District High School in Saint Michael, Minnesota, is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities under the IEP.

The role is part-time (0.8125 FTE) with a schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:20 AM to 3:20 PM, including a 30‑minute unpaid lunch break. The position offers benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, and disability coverage; starting pay is $21.15 to $21.63 per hour.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED and two years of post-secondary education or successful completion of a valid and reliable formal assessment as identified by the school district or State.
• Ability to work with staff and an educational team to provide services to students with disabilities; previous experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for working with students with disabilities in meeting the academic, behavioral and physical needs as identified in the goals, supports, or services of the IEP in either an individual or small group setting under the direction of the special education, classroom teacher or bus service personnel.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and family information as required under FERPA.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Student support

FERPA confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years post-secondary education

Job description

St. Michael-Albertville School District High School - Saint Michael, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

Special Education Paraprofessional

St. Michael-Albertville School District High School - Saint Michael, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in St Michael-Albertville Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5890495

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Job Description

About STMA Schools: We are a district that serves over 6,700 students and employs more than 750 employees in a northwestern suburb of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Our district is comprised of one primary school for kindergarten students, three elementary schools for grades 1-4, two middle schools for grades 5-8, and one high school for grades 9-12.

Position Overview & Responsibilities: Responsible for working with students with disabilities in meeting the academic, behavioral and physical needs as identified in the goals, supports, or services of the IEP in either an individual or small group setting under the direction of the special education, classroom teacher or bus service personnel; maintain confidentiality of student and family information as required under FERPA. For more information, please see the job description for this position.

Start Date: August 27, 2026 Contract: 183 days Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:20-3:20 including a 30-minute unpaid lunch break

FTE: 0.8125 (32.5 hours per week)

Salary & Benefits:

Starting Rate: $21.15-$21.63 per hour

Our benefits offerings include: Medical Coverage (including options for VEBA, HSA or FSA), Dental Coverage, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Coverage, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts. Please see the Benefits Summary for30 to 34.99 hours per week for Support Staff for information.

This position may be combined with other benefits-eligible positions within the district to reach full-time benefits eligibility.

For more information, please see the Support Staff Master Agreement.

Requirements & Qualifications:

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) and two years of post-secondary education or successful completion of a valid and reliable formal assessment as identified by the school district or State; ability to work with staff and an educational team to provide services to students with disabilities; previous experience in working with students or adults with disabilities preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

St. Michael-Albertville School District is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws. STMA Schools does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or status with regard to public assistance. If any employee or applicant needs assistance with any aspect of the application or benefits process, please contact us and alternative formats will be made available upon request.

FMLA Notice: https://www.applitrack.com/pdfs/fmlaPoster2023.pdf.

Position Type: Part-Time Salary: $21.15 to $21.63 Hourly Position Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sandy Hanson , SEBC
• High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]