Associate Educator (Classroom Support) - (2025-2026) Lyndale

Minneapolis Public School District•Minneapolis, MN

29d•$26 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, assists students in school classrooms with educational programs and assignments, provides assistance to Teachers as directed, and assists students with after-school and special education programs, and special events.

Requirements

Completion of 90 quarter or 60 semester college credits in Education, Child Development, Behavioral Sciences or educational area related to position assignment; OR
Passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessment AND a high school diploma/GED certificate
Two (2) years of professional experience working with children; OR
Equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
Knowledge of: Applicable policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment. Classroom policies, procedures and processes. If assigned to bilingual class designation, knowledge of specific language assigned Methods and techniques to assist students in reading, writing and mathematics. Methods and techniques for working with students with disabilities and special needs. Specialized MPS and state agency software applications and procedures. Local community resources and regional community services programs. Principles of record keeping and records management. Personal computers utilizing standard and specialized software. Safety rules and regulations.
Skill in: Monitoring and improving student behavior and learning skills. Assisting children and special needs students, and assessing educational needs. Maintaining composure, and working effectively under classroom conditions. Administering educational and school support programs. Reacting quickly to situations that could create personal stress and safety problems. Communicating effectively with children. If assigned to bilingual class designation, skill in specific language assigned. Collaborating as a team member, with colleagues, staff and community representatives. Following verbal and written instructions. Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers, clients and community agencies.
Communicating effectively in verbal and written forms.

Responsibilities

Assists students with educational programs and special assignments; performs duties within scope of authority and training, and in compliance with MPS policies, and the Standards of Effective Instructional Support for Educational Assistants; duties will vary according to job assignment.
Assists MPS teachers and staff to facilitate educational functions and other services to maintain a safe and productive learning environment; works with students to reinforce classroom learning and improve personal skills; assists teachers with managing classroom, materials and student behavior.
Assists students in learning processes; reinforces positive behavior, provides individual instruction, encourages socialization and good communications.
Administers a variety of school programs, student services, community services, special assignments, and educational programs in support of MPS goals; including MPS program outreach & marketing, grant program oversight, bi-lingual & hearing-impaired translator/interpreter, student testing, after[1]school activities, recreation programs, media & technology, security, student behavior support, community relations, transportation, mentoring & tutoring, volunteers, attendance & truancy, English Language Learning, vocational training, accounting & budgets, and special events.
Monitors and supervises student activities; promotes respect, supports diversity, explains social norms and disciplinary consequences, de-escalates personal confrontations, and enforces District policies and rules of conduct.
Assists students to achieve learning objectives with individual assistance and small group sessions.
Monitors assigned students, and records data for academic and behavioral assessments; maintains files, and keeps records of student progress and activities; assures all required written reports are completed and submitted on a daily basis.
Reports learning problems, behavioral issues, and other concerns to supervisor or Principal.
Communicates with parents, students and staff to convey pertinent information while maintaining confidentiality of personal information.
Provides general office and administrative support for assigned program.
Provides customer service to parents and guardians, answers questions, and explains school rules.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment
Enthusiastically promotes the Superintendent's goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.
At times may be required to work outside normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish requirements of the position