Special Education Paraprofessional: Empower Students Daily

School District 197; Mendota Heights (MN); Presencial; USD 33.000 - 35.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

School District 197 is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students in the Thrive Program at Friendly Hills Middle School. The role requires 6.25 hours per day and provides wage range of $23.92 to $25.67 per hour under the 2025-2027 Paraprofessional Contract.

The incumbent will assist with instructional processes and supervise activities, with emphasis on safety and inclusion. Qualifications include a two-year degree or Parapro Assessment, PCA training provided, and ability

Formación

• Two-year degree or Parapro Assessment completed.
• PCA training will be provided.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and assist transfers.
• Experience with students with disabilities and behavioral challenges.
• Ability to work with diverse students and collaborate with staff.

Responsabilidades

• Assist teachers in devising strategies for reinforcing skills.
• Support intercultural competence and diversity.
• Understand students' needs, interests and abilities.
• Guide independent study, enrichment work and remedial work set up by teachers.
• Assist with large group activities such as drill work, reading aloud and field trips.
• Assist and supervise students during wash-up and toilet routines including lifting and transferring.
• Assist and supervise students to/from bus and within the building as needed.
• Carry out behavior management techniques as instructed by the teacher/s.
• Complete clerical tasks related to students assigned.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

PCA training

Physical ability

Behavior management

Diversity support

Educación

Two-year degree or Parapro Assessment

Descripción del empleo

School District 197 is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support students in the Thrive Program at Friendly Hills Middle School. The role requires 6.25 hours per day and provides wage range of $23.92 to $25.67 per hour under the 2025-2027 Paraprofessional Contract.

The incumbent will assist with instructional processes and supervise activities, with emphasis on safety and inclusion. Qualifications include a two-year degree or Parapro Assessment, PCA training provided, and ability