Special Education Paraprofessional K-12

Lakeville Area Schools; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 27,345 - 33,131; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave

Health benefits including low-cost medical

Retirement pension plan

Life and long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Lakeville Area Schools is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional in Lakeville, MN. This role involves supporting students with disabilities by implementing Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and promoting a positive learning environment.

The ideal candidate will possess an AA degree or equivalent assessment and have experience in assisting students with various needs. Comprehensive benefits, competitive salary, and a structured work schedule are offered to employees.

Qualifications

• AA degree (minimum of 60 college credits) or successful Para Pro test or Para Educator Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the special education team.
• Support academic programs designed by teachers.
• Implement IEP adaptations and accommodations.
• Promote a positive learning environment.

Skills

Support academic programs

Implement IEP adaptations

Collect student data

Facilitate social interactions

Assist with mobility

Education

AA degree or Para Pro test

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional

Date Posted: 6/17/2026

Date Available: 09/03/2026

Responsibilities

• Serve as a contributing member of the special education team.
• Support academic programs designed by special and general education teachers, including leading small groups, providing one-to-one follow-up, re‑teaching/review, and keeping students on‑task.
• Provide supports to enhance student success and independence through implementation of Individual Education Program (IEP) adaptations and accommodations (e.g., taking notes in class, reading materials aloud, utilizing technology, implementing organizational tools).
• Provide feedback to special education teachers about general education class activities, assignments, student participation, and behavior.
• Promote a positive learning environment and advocate for student needs.
• Facilitate interactions between students with disabilities and classmates.
• Support development of individual communication, social and functional skills.
• Implement individual student behavior plans including positive reinforcement, assisting with self‑regulation and behavior de‑escalation, assisting students to transition from general education classrooms and other school settings when behaviors are interfering with learning, and implementing safe restraint procedures when required.
• Collect student data as directed by special education teacher.
• Assist students with mobility which may include toileting/changing diapers, lifting and transferring students, helping with dressing, and assisting with adaptive equipment.
• Accompany students during school‑related community outings, which may include driving a district vehicle.
• Support activities of daily living (eating/feeding, hygiene, dressing skills, and toileting/diapering).
• Maintain student and family data privacy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• AA degree (minimum of 60 college credits) or successful Para Pro test or Para Educator Assessment.

Schedule

• 31.25 hours per week
• Start/End Time TBD
• 174 days per year including holidays

Salary

Classified in the 2023‑2025 LEAF Contract as B‑2‑1; starting salary $19.85–$24.05 per hour depending on experience.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment.
• Health benefits include low‑cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans, with provider choice in a large PPO network.
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children.
• Pension plan for retirement income (PERA for non‑instructional, TRA for instructional/licensed).
• Life and long‑term disability insurance for staff over 30 hours per week.
• Tax‑free flex spending accounts covering health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential support for a range of personal concerns.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities and supports workforce diversity.