SUBSTITUTE - Special Education Paraeducator

Minnesota Service Cooperatives; Orono (ME); On-site; USD 25,485; Part time

Job summary

A local educational service provider in Maine is seeking a Substitute Special Education Paraeducator. The role involves supervising students in diverse classroom settings and supporting their academic and emotional needs. Candidates must demonstrate compassion for students with disabilities and provide flexible support. The position offers $18.50 per hour and does not provide insurance but is covered by the Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association. This role is perfect for those looking to make a difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Ability to meet physical job requirements including lifting, bending, and twisting.
• Being a motivated, self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision to students in various settings.
• Support students' academic and emotional needs.
• Collaborate with paraprofessionals for the students' benefit.

Skills

Compassion for students with developmental disabilities

Ability to handle situations calmly

Flexibility

Cooperative nature

Job description

Position Information

• Position Type: Substitute
• Date Posted: 9/2/2025
• Date Available: 2025/2026 School Year
• Closing Date: Ongoing

Description

SUBSTITUTE - Special Education Paraeducator

Job Summary

• Provide supervision to students in a variety of special education and regular classroom settings.
• Support student academic needs, as well as social, emotional, and self-care needs in a variety of settings as assigned.
• Collaborate with other paraprofessionals for the benefit of all students.

Qualifications

• This is asix and a half(6.5) hour per day position - on an as-needed basis.
• Paraprofessionals must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job, which entails lifting, bending, and twisting in various settings.
• Be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to handle situations with a calm demeanor.
• A high level of compassion for students with developmental disabilities is essential.
• Flexibility and a cooperative nature are required.

Compensation

$18.50/hour

Insurance

Insurance not provided.

Retirement/Pension

Positions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)