Special Education Support Specialist

ReNEW Schools; Rochester, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools is seeking a Special Education Educational Support Professional to provide instructional support and behavior management at the school site. The role includes implementing aspects of students' IEPs under direction of certified staff, collecting data, and communicating progress to teachers and related services staff.

The position requires experience with diverse learners, ability to use iPads for communication, and strong teamwork with staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement: 60 college semester credits and/or a two-year degree.
• In lieu of college credits or degree, Paraeducator Assessments may be completed and passed.
• The Minnesota passing scores are 65% and 70% for the assessments.

Responsibilities

• Follow student Behavior Intervention Plans and Emergency Healthcare Plans.
• Provide support to students with personal cares as needed.
• Ability to work with a wide variety of students with different disabilities.
• Observe and document students' academic and social behaviors.
• Collect data on student progress and communicate to teachers.
• Support students with de-escalation techniques and use restrictive procedures as needed.
• Supervise students in various settings and locations before, during, and after school.
• Maintain confidentiality and communicate effectively with staff.

Skills

Behavior management

Student support

Disabilities knowledge

Data collection

iPads/tablets literacy

De-escalation techniques

Supervision

Student engagement

Confidentiality

Communication with staff

Organization

Education

60 college credits or 2-year degree

High School diploma or GED

Paraeducator Assessments (alternative path)

Tools

iPads

Job description

ReNEW Schools is seeking a Special Education Educational Support Professional to provide instructional support and behavior management at the school site. The role includes implementing aspects of students' IEPs under direction of certified staff, collecting data, and communicating progress to teachers and related services staff.

The position requires experience with diverse learners, ability to use iPads for communication, and strong teamwork with staff.