Special Education Paraprofessional - Full-Time with Benefits

Isanti Middle School; Minnesota; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Optical insurance

Long-term disability

Retirement plan

Sick days

Vacation days

Holidays

Job summary

Cambridge-Isanti School District 911 Isanti Middle School is seeking a Special Education Instructional Assistant to support students with behavior and academics throughout the day. The role focuses on refocusing students, de-escalation of negative behavior, and promoting positive behaviors in collaboration with classroom teachers and Special Education staff.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and passing ParaPro/Para Educator testing (or 60 college credits), plus a background

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and passed ParaPro/Para Educator testing (or 60 college credits) required.
• A successful background check is required.
• Prefer experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Work with students throughout the day assisting with behavior and academics.
• Refocus the student in the classroom and de-escalate negative behavior.
• Recognize and acknowledge positive behavior and work with the classroom teacher and Special Education staff.
• Help increase independence in children and support in both general and special education settings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Excellent communication

Self-starter

Behavior management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ParaPro/Para Educator testing or 60 college credits

Job description

Cambridge-Isanti School District 911 Isanti Middle School is seeking a Special Education Instructional Assistant to support students with behavior and academics throughout the day. The role focuses on refocusing students, de-escalation of negative behavior, and promoting positive behaviors in collaboration with classroom teachers and Special Education staff.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED and passing ParaPro/Para Educator testing (or 60 college credits), plus a background