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Lakeville Area Public Schools; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional to join their supportive team. This role is crucial in assisting students with disabilities, providing tailored support to enhance their learning experiences and independence. You will work closely with both special and general education teachers, implementing Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and fostering a positive learning environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a community-focused organization that values education and student success.

Benefits

Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Health insurance plans

403(b) retirement investment account

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Virtual Fitness Services

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Assist in implementing IEP adaptations and accommodations.
• Provide feedback on student participation and behavior.

Responsibilities

• Support academic programs and enhance student independence.
• Facilitate interactions between students with disabilities and peers.

Skills

Support for Special Education

Communication Skills

Behavior Management

Data Collection

Mobility Assistance

Education

AA degree (minimum of 60 college credits)

Successful Para Pro test

Para Educator Assessment

Job description

Position Type:

Support Staff/ Special Education Paraprofessional

Date Posted:

1/2/2025

Location:

Lake Marion Elementary School

Date Available:

01/06/2025

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Position Description/Qualifications:

• 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 providing 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, assisting students with adaptive equipment.
• Accompany students during school-related community outings which may include driving a district vehicle.
• Support activities of daily living (assisting with eating/feeding, hygiene, dressing skills, and toileting/diapering).
• Maintain student and family data privacy and confidentiality.
• AA degree (minimum of 60 college credits) or successful Para Pro test or Para Educator Assessment required.

Schedule:

6.25 hours per day / Monday - Friday
31.25 hours per week
Start/End Time- 9:15am-4:00pm
Starts 1/6/2025 and Ends 2/28/2025

Pay Rate:

Position is in the LEAF bargaining unit (Lakeville Education Assistants Federation)
Classified in the LEAF Contract as a B-2-1/$19.85- $24.05 per hour depending on experience.

What You Will Like About Us:

Student focused, community connected.

Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School District No. 194) is an award-winning school system and the twelfth largest school district in Minnesota serving approximately 12,000 students. Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student with our mission to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically, and civically.

As an employee of Lakeville Area Schools, you will have access to high-quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well-being of you and your family!

Your Benefits May Include:

• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment:
• All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans.
• Teachers are offered health & dental benefits at a 0.5 FTE or more.
• All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance.
• Health benefits include:
• Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST.
• Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7.
• Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs.
• Provider choice with the largest PPO network available.
• Wellness rewards program.
• Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 403(b) retirement investment account offerings with employer matching under many collective bargaining agreements.
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire.
• Staff over 30 hours per week offered employer paid life insurance.
• Tax-free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care.
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Work/Life Support:

• Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health, well-being, and performance. Under our EAP, employees and their families can receive no-cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns.
• Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible, effective, and affordable way to reach your fitness goals anytime, anywhere.

Support to Help You Reach Your Career Goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program).

Programs, resources, and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools.

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

Internal and External applicants apply online at: https://phl.applitrack.com/isd194/onlineapp/