Special Education Paraprofessional - Shine and Thrive Programs

Independent School District 197; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent School District 197 is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for the Shine and Thrive Programs at Pilot Knob STEM Elementary School. The role supports students with disabilities under the supervision of the classroom teacher and helps implement instructional strategies.

The position requires a two-year degree or Parapro Assessment, PCA training provided, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Requires a two-year degree or Parapro Assessment.
• PCA training will be provided.
• Ability to work as a team with staff and parents.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to support students with disabilities and behavioral challenges.
• Experience with diverse student populations is valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in reinforcing instructional strategies.
• Support intercultural competence and inclusivity in the classroom.
• Understand students' needs, interests and abilities.
• Guide independent study and remedial work as assigned.
• Assist with large group activities and routines.
• Supervise and assist with transitions and daily routines.
• Implement behavior management strategies as directed by staff.
• Complete clerical tasks related to students as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Physical stamina

Behavioral support

Diversity support

Education

Two year degree or Parapro Assessment

Tools

PCA training

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional - Shine and Thrive Programs JobID: 6160

• Date posted: 8/6/2026
• Location: Pilot Knob STEM Magnet School

We strongly believe that diversity of experience contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better school system and better results for all students. We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team wherever we can and we actively encourage all to consider becoming a part of it.

Position:

Special Education Paraprofessional

Location:

Pilot Knob STEM Elementary School

Hours:

6.25 hours per day

Line of Authority:

Responsible to the supervising teacher

Primary Function:

To assist student with the instructional process in special education and/or regular education classrooms.

Wage:

$23.92- $25.67/hr per the 2025-2027 Paraprofessional Contract

Qualifications:

• Must have a two year degreeor passedThe Parapro Assessment.
• PCA training will be provided
• Ability to work as a team member with staff and parentss.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs. (and/or up to adult-size body weight with two- to three-person lift).
• Ability to support student's full body weight up to adult size.
• Ability to tolerate frequent bending and lifting.
• Ability to work with behaviorally challenging students including those who may be physically and verbally aggressive, effective communication skills.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities, austim, emotional challenges, behavior challenges & trauma.

Job Duties:

• Assisting the teacher/s in devising strategies for reinforcing skills based on sympathetic.
• Intercultural competence, including the ability to effectively support students from diverse racial and cultural backgrounds.
• Understanding of students' needs, interests and abilities.
• Guiding independent study, enrichment work and remedial work set up and assigned by the teachers.
• Assisting with large group activities such as drill work, reading aloud, storytelling and field trips.
• Assisting and supervising student's wash-up and toilet routines including lifting and transferring student.
• Assisting and supervising student to/from bus and in the building as needed.
• Carrying out behavior management techniques necessary to maintain classroom order as instructed by the teacher/s.
• Completion of clerical tasks related to students to whom assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

It is the policy, practice, and commitment of District 197 to provide equal employment opportunities for all people without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance, veteran status, or sexual orientation.

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