Special Education Support Specialist – WAVE Program

Robbinsdale Area Schools; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Robbinsdale Area Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students in the WAVE program at Zachary Lane Elementary School. The role covers seven hours per day, including 6.5 hours of paid work time and 30 minutes for lunch.

The position involves assisting students with disabilities, providing clerical support to teachers, and aiding in crisis situations, with an emphasis on a supportive, structured learning environment. Training aligns with MN ParaPro/Paraeducator requirements.

Qualifications

• Two years of college credits (usually 60 credits in MN), or an associate’s or higher degree, or a passing ParaPro/Paraeducator assessment.
• Experience with students who have cognitive/disabilities and behavior challenges preferred.
• Proficient with basic word processing and filing.
• Patient, calm, and understanding; maintains confidentiality.
• Reliable attendance and timeliness.

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing supervision and instruction to students with disabilities.
• Provides clerical and organizational support to special education teachers as needed.
• Works with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented by mainstream teachers and/or special education teachers.
• Provides support for students in crisis.
• Willingness to lift, carry and physically manage as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by teacher or principal.

Skills

Word processing

Patient demeanor

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Attendance reliability

Education

Two-year college credits (MN 60 credits)

Associate’s or higher degree

Tools

ParaPro Assessment

Job description

Robbinsdale Area Schools is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students in the WAVE program at Zachary Lane Elementary School. The role covers seven hours per day, including 6.5 hours of paid work time and 30 minutes for lunch.

The position involves assisting students with disabilities, providing clerical support to teachers, and aiding in crisis situations, with an emphasis on a supportive, structured learning environment. Training aligns with MN ParaPro/Paraeducator requirements.