Educational Support Professional - WEC
About The Position
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students? Intermediate District 287 is looking for dedicated and compassionate Educational Support Professionals/Paraprofessionals to support students in a dynamic and rewarding classroom environment! Intermediate District 287 serves students in grades K-12, as well as transition age students (18-22 years old), from our 12 member districts in the west metro area. Our district offers a wide range of services, primarily setting IV special education, and tailored programming that is designed to meet the diverse needs of students. To better understand our student population and work environment check out this video . Position Details: Work one-on-one or in small groups with students to support individual learning goals Help maintain a safe and effective learning environment Assist in behavior management and provide positive reinforcement Ensure students' physical needs are met throughout the school day Location: Minnetonka, MN Follow school calendar (no weekends, evenings, or holidays) - 35 hours/week View the Job Classification Pay & Benefits: Competitive Pay: $21.41 - $29.02 Depending on experience and education Generous Benefits including: Low cost medical and dental insurance District funded HRA account Life insurance and long-term disability Optional health care flexible spending account (FSA) Optional dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) Extensive wellness services that includes 6 free confidential counseling sessions Retirement benefits through TRA & PERA Optional 403b with district match Paid time off Mental Health benefits Ongoing professional development More details can be found on our webpage: Contracts/Benefits - Intermediate District 287 Education & Experience Requirements: Interested in candidates who are: diverse, bilingual, or have experience working with diverse populations. High school diploma or a general education development (GED) certificate Two (2) years of full-time employment or equivalent working with individuals in an environment that provides broad familiarity and understanding of the physical and emotional behaviors and challenges of children with exceptional needs Substitution Allowed: College training may be substituted for the General Experience. Interview Process: Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until position is filled.
Requirements
- High school diploma or a general education development (GED) certificate
- Two (2) years of full-time employment or equivalent working with individuals in an environment that provides broad familiarity and understanding of the physical and emotional behaviors and challenges of children with exceptional needs
- Substitution Allowed: College training may be substituted for the General Experience.
Nice To Haves
- Interested in candidates who are: diverse, bilingual, or have experience working with diverse populations.
Responsibilities
- Work one-on-one or in small groups with students to support individual learning goals
- Help maintain a safe and effective learning environment
- Assist in behavior management and provide positive reinforcement
- Ensure students' physical needs are met throughout the school day
Benefits
- Low cost medical and dental insurance
- District funded HRA account
- Life insurance and long-term disability
- Optional health care flexible spending account (FSA)
- Optional dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
- Extensive wellness services that includes 6 free confidential counseling sessions
- Retirement benefits through TRA & PERA
- Optional 403b with district match
- Paid time off
- Mental Health benefits
- Ongoing professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
