SPED Paraprofessional - Elementary School

Rockford; Greenfield (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

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Job summary

Rockford Area Schools is accepting applications for a Special Education Paraprofessional at Rockford Elementary School. The role supports students under a licensed teacher, assists with classroom tasks, and helps promote participation and safety throughout the day.

Position offers 3.5–8 hours per day across ~180 school days per year, with potential 1:1 or group support and a bus route. Salary range: $19.54-$23.32/hr.

Qualifications

• HQ or Associate Degree required; HQed prior to starting.
• First Aid and CPR certified (preferred).
• Handle with Care certified (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist students under supervision of a licensed Special Education Teacher.
• Support 1:1 and small group activities in classroom and settings.
• Promote participation and ensure student safety and engagement.
• Track goal data and report progress as directed.

Skills

Enthusiastic about student learning

Excellent communication

Data privacy skills

Team collaboration

Respect for students and families

Education

Associate Degree / HQ paraprofessional

Job description

SPED Paraprofessional - Elementary School

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Special Education Paraprofessional

Rockford Area Schools is currently accepting applications for Special Education Paraprofessional at Rockford Elementary School. A Special Education Paraprofessional provides assistance to students receiving Special Education support under the direction of a licensed Special Education Teacher. They assist teachers in general classroom activities, engage with academic task completion, promote participation, provide social emotional health and safety, direct positive behavior, help assist with social interactions, track goal data, and more. The paraprofessional could provide support in both a 1:1 capacity and group manner. They may also provide general education push in support services where needed.

Position Preferences

Our preference is to fill this position as a full role, including a bus route. That said, applicants interested in working just the school day are encouraged to apply and will be considered.

Skills

• Enthusiastic about student learning.
• Excellent communication and data privacy skills.
• Strong work ethic, flexibility, and team collaboration are essential.
• Demonstrated interest and respect for the unique needs of students and families.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree/equivalent or prior designation as a highly qualified (HQ) paraprofessional. Alternatives to achieve highly qualified status are available. Must be HQed before starting. Necessary training and testing is provided.
• First Aid and CPR Certified (preferred)
• Handle with Care Certified (preferred)

Schedule

These positions are assigned 3.5-8 hours per day. Paraprofessionals work approximately 180 school days per year.

Contact Information

Emily Seitzer
District Special Education Supervisor
[e-mail]

Brenda Nyhus
Rockford High School Principal
[e-mail]

Salary range: $19.54-$23.32/hr.

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Title IX

Rockford Area Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any educational program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX, including employment. All Title IX reports and concerns should be directed to the Superintendent of Schools. More information can be found at https://www.rockford883.org/district/departments/human-resources/title-ix

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