Paraprofessional​/Pupil Support Assistant, Special Education

Position Purpose

Paraprofessionals in ISD 200 empower students to achieve their best by supporting them academically, emotionally and behaviorally to maximize their learning experience.

Hastings Middle School - Bridge Program (Setting 3, center based program)

• 6.25 hours/day (plus 30 minute unpaid lunch) for the  school year. (Hours anticipated to be 5.75 beginning  school year)
• Start and end times vary based on location and student need (start times range 7:30 - 8:00 a.m.)
• Student contact days only

• Assisting the licensed teacher in providing instructional reinforcement, accommodations and managing student educational progress in the classroom
• Assist with data collection and behavior management techniques to ensure student success
• Assist and support student learning with academics, social/emotional needs, and interpersonal skills
• Assist special education teacher in implementing district policies and procedures including but not limited to emergency procedures, data collection, positive behavior supports and non-violent crisis intervention as directed
• Reinforce instruction through small group or individual activities
• Ability to be flexible with schedule changes, student assignments, behavior regulation
• Supervising and assisting students during lunch, arrival/departure from school, and other daily needs
• Maintain a high level of respect, equity for all and confidentiality of information regarding students, staff and families
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • at least two years of qualifying college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education, or;
  • an associates or higher degree, with qualifying course work, or;
  • a passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment.
• Proficient in oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow program direction as provided by teachers and administrators
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in weight and support students with activities of daily living
• Proficient in organizational skills
• Ability to be punctual in reporting to work and for assigned duties during the day

• Starting pay: $20.96 per hour;
  Paraprofessional Master Contract  on District website for more details.
• Please see the Paraprofessional Master Contract  for benefit information.

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If you have questions, contact Marcia Walker, Special Education Supervisor mwalker or .

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