Special Education Paraprofessional I — Temp Role

Isd 728; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Elk River Area ISD 728 is seeking a dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional to join our elementary teams for the 2026-2027 school year. In this role, you will work closely with Special Education Teachers to support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth of students with diverse learning needs in an inclusive environment.

This temporary, 6.5-hour day position begins ASAP and runs until around January 25, 2027.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must meet Minnesota Paraprofessional requirements (e.g., an Associate's degree, 60 college credits, or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment).
• Previous experience working with children, especially those with special needs, is highly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain extreme confidentiality regarding student records and needs.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Support: Assist the lead teacher in delivering individualized or small-group instruction based on students' IEPs.
• Student Engagement: Help keep students focused and engaged in general education and special education classroom settings.
• Behavioral Support: Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and assist in de-escalating challenging behaviors using district-approved techniques.
• Data Collection: Assist teachers in observing, recording, and charting students' behavioral and academic progress.
• Personal Care (if applicable): Assist students with physical or developmental disabilities with daily living activities, which may include feeding, mobility, and personal hygiene.
• Classroom Management: Help prepare instructional materials, set up assistive technology, and maintain an organized, welcoming classroom environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Experience with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Minnesota ParaPro requirements/60 college credits/ParaPro

Job description

Elk River Area ISD 728 is seeking a dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional to join our elementary teams for the 2026-2027 school year. In this role, you will work closely with Special Education Teachers to support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional growth of students with diverse learning needs in an inclusive environment.

This temporary, 6.5-hour day position begins ASAP and runs until around January 25, 2027.