Paraprofessional Substitutes

The Verndale School is currently accepting paraprofessional substitute applications.

Date Posted: 12/4/2024 |

Location:

Verndale Public School (Verndale Ind School Dist 818).

To assist students individually or in small group as assigned by the special education teacher/supervisor.

• Minimum Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  High School Diploma or GED.
• Minnesota Paraprofessional Requirement: 2‑Year Associate's Degree; OR passing the State Mandated PARA PRO Test.
• Demonstrate knowledge and ability to direct and support students in the areas of reading, writing, and math.
• Demonstration of knowledge of computers.
• Ability to physically lift 35 pounds.

• Provide individual or small groups of students, on a regular basis, with the academic support they need as directed.
• Using lesson plans and instructional strategies developed by a licensed professional, prepare and organize material to assist instruction of students using developmentally and age‑appropriate strategies, equipment, materials, and technologies to accomplish instructional objectives.
• Maintain an emotionally and physically safe environment for all students by applying caring and effective disciplinary procedures and fostering positive social interaction skills with a wide variety of physical, mental, and behavioral needs. Consider cultural backgrounds and medication effects.
• Utilize strategies that promote the independence of the learner, including positive reinforcement techniques. Paraprofessional may assist other students when target child does not require immediate assistance.
• Collaborate and communicate with certified teachers and student support staff to recommend and implement the goals and objectives of the students.
• Follow through with modifications and adaptations listed in the student’s IEP.
• Collect data, documenting student behavior and/or academic performance, on a daily basis or as needed, as directed by the special education teacher.
• Administer, score, and record tests.
• Assist students with tasks they are unable to perform without direct assistance.
• Accompany and monitor students as needed during emergency drills, assemblies, or other non‑classroom gatherings.
• Physically assist and control students who have varying disabilities and emotional needs.
• Maintain confidential information as required.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the building principal.

• Demonstrate compassion, sensitivity, empathy, and the ability to motivate.
• Understand when leadership is required and take initiative.
• Respect cultural diversity and culture of living.
• Respond to differences of opinion with openness and respect.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Demonstrate integrity and honesty.