Special Education Paraprofessional: Empower Learning

Applitrack; Worthington (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional - Essential Skills for Willard Intermediate North. This hourly, non-certified role supports supervising teachers and school leadership, with emphasis on organization, confidentiality, and student support.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, and 60 college hours or passing the paraprofessional assessment. CPI certification is preferred, and a background check must be passed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 60 college hours or passing paraprofessional assessment required.
• Excellent written, oral, organizational, time management and communication skills.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities.
• Team attitude.
• Ability to lift 60lbs.
• CPI certification preferred; on-site course offered if not completed.
• Background check satisfactory to the Board of Education.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing the learning environment to promote learning.
• Assist in managing individual or small group behavior.
• Assist in managing individual or small group learning.
• Accept direction from supervisors (including supervising teacher).
• Willingness to assist students with disabilities with toileting skills, as needed.
• Willingness to assist students with disabilities with eating, as needed.
• Demonstrates understanding of instructional methods and classroom control to be effective.
• Conduct oneself professionally with students and staff.
• Complete in-service hours per Missouri State Plan for Special Education.
• Understand and abide by confidentiality mandates.
• Take initiative in situations calling for leadership as needed.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

60 college hours or paraprofessional assessment

Job description

Applitrack is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional - Essential Skills for Willard Intermediate North. This hourly, non-certified role supports supervising teachers and school leadership, with emphasis on organization, confidentiality, and student support.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, and 60 college hours or passing the paraprofessional assessment. CPI certification is preferred, and a background check must be passed.