Special Education Paraprofessional - SDC

Wayzata Public Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee assistance program

403b match

Job summary

Wayzata Public Schools seeks an paraeducator to assist Special Education Licensed Staff with academic adaptations, self-care and social/behavioral needs for students in various settings. The role emphasizes students with emotional/behavioral challenges and trauma-informed approaches to foster growth.

Ideal candidates will bring experience with behavior support and a dedication to privacy; starting pay is $24.83/hour, with 6.75 hours at WHS SDC for the 2026-27 school year.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; Highly Qualified Status required.
• Preference for 2-year post-secondary training.
• Must be flexible to work with varied settings and students.
• May lift/move up to 50 pounds; assist in eating and toileting needs.
• Maintain data privacy and confidentiality; basic computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education staff with academic adaptations and student needs.
• Support in general education, special education classrooms, or community settings.
• Apply positive behavior support and trauma-informed practices where appropriate.

Skills

Flexibility

Data privacy

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Highly Qualified Status

2-year post-secondary training preferred

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Starting date: 2026-27 school year

Hours: 6.75 @ WHS SDC (Specially Designed Classroom)

Class III

Starting rate of pay: $24.83 per hour

For more information please review the Administrative Professional and Paraprofessional Contract

Position Description

Assist Special Education Licensed Staff with academic adaptations, self-care and social/behavioral needs for students in special education. This support may be provided in the general education classroom, special education classroom or community.

Special attention will be given to candidates with experience working with students who present emotional and behavioral challenges. Ideal applicants will have experience with positive behavior support strategies, utilizing trauma-informed practices to reinforce a structured, supportive environment that promotes student growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required. Highly Qualified Status Required. Preference for 2 year post-secondary training.
• Must be flexible and willing to work in a variety of settings with a variety of students and staff.
• May need to lift, pull and move a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be willing to assist in the eating and toileting needs of students.
• Must maintain data privacy and confidentiality for all students.
• Computer skills preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, employee assistance program, and 403b (tax sheltered annuity) employer match program.

Selection Procedure

• Position is open only to current Administrative Professional/Paraprofessional Unit Employees through 8/24/26@ 4:00 P.M.
• If this position does not fill internally, non-unit candidates will be considered.