Special Education Program Assistant, Grades K-8

Twin Cities International; Twin Cities (CA); On-site; USD 37,087 - 51,510; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Life insurance/AD&D

Short-term and long-term disability

Flex spending accounts

Enrollment in the PERA retirement plan

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a full-time Special Education Program Assistant for Grades K-8 to start immediately. The role involves developing and fostering students' skills, assisting in academic and behavioral strategies, and providing one-on-one supervision. Candidates should have a relevant degree and Paraeducator Title 1 Certification. The salary ranges from $37,087.20 to $51,510.00 depending on experience, with health benefits offered. This is an excellent opportunity to support student success in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of a minimum of 60 credits from an accredited college or university.
• Paraeducator Title 1 Certification.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and foster appropriate skills and social abilities in children.
• Assist in implementation of academic and behavioral strategies.
• Provide one‑to‑one student supervision and behavior modification.
• Collaborate with the special education department to foster student success.

Skills

Language skills

Mathematical skills

Reasoning ability

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

Position: Special Education Program Assistant, Grades K-8 (Full-time) – Twin Cities International Schools

Job ID: 1394. Posted: 12/4/2025. Location: Twin Cities International Schools.

Position Details

• Full-time (F.T.E. 1.0)
• Immediate start available for the remainder of the 2025‑26 school year.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Completion of a minimum of 60 credits from an accredited college or university
• Paraeducator Title 1 Certification

Responsibilities

Help develop and foster appropriate skills and social abilities to enable optimum development of children according to age, ability, and aptitude. Under direction of special education teacher, assist in implementation of a variety of academic and behavioral strategies for individual students. Provide one‑to‑one student supervision, including behavior modification, collecting student data, and evaluating student goals. Work collaboratively with the special education department to foster student success. Assist teachers in challenging and inspiring students to deepen their knowledge and understanding. Required skills include language skills, mathematical skills, reasoning ability, and computer skills.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary is determined by experience within the 2025‑26 school year, ranging from $37,087.20 to $51,510.00. Position start date being mid‑year, salary will be pro‑rated. Benefits include medical and dental (optional), life insurance/AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability. Flex spending accounts for medical or dependent care are optional, and employees are responsible for monthly insurance premiums. Enrollment in the PERA retirement plan is required for all non‑licensed employees.

Salary chart: https://www.twincitiesinternationalschools.org/departments/employment/2025-2026-pay-scale