Special Education Para - Maple Grove
About The Position
The Special Education Para works under the direction of professional staff to support students individually and in groups. Assignments may vary based on building and district needs. The role includes supervising students and maintaining their safety, implementing behavior-management strategies, helping students complete assigned tasks, and assisting with educational materials and daily routines. Duties may include riding the bus with students, assisting with health needs under nurses’ guidance, supporting students at mealtime and with personal hygiene, and helping them get to and from buses or cars. Other duties may be assigned. The position is classified as Teacher Associates and is scheduled for seven hours per day at $17.26 per hour. It is intended to begin during the 2026–2027 school year; the start date is to be determined. Required preparation is two years of postsecondary education, a Paraeducator certificate, or a qualifying score on the NCRC assessment test. The work requires communication and collaboration with students and classroom teachers, independent work, flexibility, regular attendance, and professional conduct, including confidentiality. The role involves frequent standing, walking, handling objects, and supervising students in various classroom and activity settings. Work is usually in a quiet indoor environment but may include outdoor supervision. Professional working hours may extend beyond a typical 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. workday.
Requirements
- Two years of postsecondary education, a Paraeducator certificate, or a qualifying score on the NCRC assessment test.
- Willingness to assume responsibility.
- Ability to work well with others and work independently.
- Flexibility in working with classroom teachers.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to supervise students effectively while maintaining positive relationships with them.
- Professional conduct, including confidentiality, appropriate communication, and professional dress.
- Regular attendance.
- Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Work with students individually or in group settings under the direction of professional staff.
- Supervise students in settings such as classrooms, cafeterias, and halls, and ensure student safety.
- Implement behavior-management strategies.
- Work one-to-one with students to complete assigned tasks, as needed.
- Assist students with health needs under the guidance of nurses.
- Prepare materials used in the educational process.
- Assist students at mealtime and in personal hygiene areas.
- Help students get to and from buses or cars.
- Ride the bus with students, as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned; assignments may vary based on building and district needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
