Special Education Assistant - MPS Metro HA;

Job Title

Special Education Assistant - MPS Metro HA )

103936

No established closing date; open until filled

MPS Metro HA (0639)

1.0 FTE; 40 hrs/wk

Hourly: $26.37 - $29.85

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• HSA & FSA
• Retirement plan

Under general supervision, provide a variety of services to assist students with special needs in a learning environment; assist MPS staff to develop and implement appropriate individualized lessons and activities for students with disabilities; help students meet their therapy and education goals.

Work in programs serving students with autism, mental impairments, physical impairments, other health impairments, behavioral disorders, deaf/hard of hearing, visual impairments, and Early Childhood Special Education programs.

Establish positive relationships with students and act as a role model for appropriate social skills and behavior in all situations. Assist staff in managing student behavior by applying proactive strategies. Other duties as assigned.

• Education: Associate’s degree or higher in Education or closely related area; or completed 90 quarter/60 semester credits from an accredited institution; or a passing score of 460 (or higher) on the Para Pro Assessment plus a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Two (2) years of professional experience working with children.

First Aid/CPR/AED, Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training, and Special Education Orientation required within one year.

May require walking or standing for significant periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, working with special‑needs children. Eligibility based on passing the required pre‑placement exam.

Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply. Diversity is a core value and essential to providing equitable education for all students.

Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, public assistance status, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.