Special Education Paraprofessional

Owatonna School District 761 • Owatonna, MN

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About The Position

The Special Education Paraprofessional supports and provides interventions for students with academic, social, emotional, and/or behavioral needs. The role focuses on supporting emotional regulation and successful participation in the classroom. The paraprofessional collects data and collaborates with classroom teachers to develop appropriate strategies that promote student success.

The position is scheduled five days per week for 6.5 hours per day, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Pay is $20.54–$24.42 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience working with students.
• Must be able to pass the paraprofessional exam.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Consistent and reliable attendance.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or technical degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support and provide interventions for students with academic, social, emotional, and/or behavioral needs.
• Support students’ emotional regulation and successful classroom participation.
• Collect data on students.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to develop strategies that promote student success.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information regarding students.
• Perform duties within a daily schedule while observing district requirements and Board of Education policies.
• Maintain flexibility as a team member supporting staff and students.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.

Benefits

• Health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with single and family coverage.
• Dental insurance, with single and family coverage.
• $50,000 life insurance.
• Long-term disability.
• Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) pension.
• 403(B) Matching Annuity Plan, with up to a $300 annual match.
• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)/sick leave.
• One personal leave day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED