About this opportunity
Centennial School District lists this 5.25 HR Special Education and Instructional Paraprofessional opportunity in circle pines, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Special Education And Instructional Paraprofessional
Location: Blue Heron Elementary Start Date: ASAP Hours: 5.25 hours/day - 9:30 am to 3:15 pm
The Special Education Paraprofessional provides direct support to students with disabilities under the supervision of a licensed special education teacher. This position assists in implementing individualized education plans, supporting student independence, and maintaining a safe and productive learning environment. Paraprofessional assignments are based on student need and may change throughout the school year; staff may be reassigned to a different student, classroom, building, or program as determined by district administration.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
Supervision of students indoors and/or outdoors, including during transitions, lunch, recess, and community-based activities.
Reinforcing academic skills with individual students or small groups under the direct supervision of a licensed teacher.
Assisting students with activities of daily living (ADLs), including eating/feeding, transferring and mobility, toileting/diapering, dressing, and hygiene.
Facilitating behavioral redirection and intervention in alignment with student behavior intervention plans and district protocols, including implementation of de-escalation strategies.
Assisting with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs), including collecting and recording data on student goals and objectives.
Collaborating and communicating with the assigned case manager, classroom teachers, and related service providers including Physical Therapists (PT), Occupational Therapists (OT), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP), School Nurses, and others.
Completing Third Party Billing documentation as required and trained.
Participating in required professional development, training, and meetings.
Other duties as assigned.
All Centennial paraprofessionals may be assigned to other positions as determined by the district.
Qualifications: High School Diploma required. Demonstrated aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Must be highly qualified: 1. Have at least two years of college credits (usually 60 credits if earned in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education; or 2. Hold an associate's degree or higher; or 3. Have a passing score on an approved, formal assessment (ParaPro or Paraeducator Assessment).
Wages: Ranging $21.07 - $22.63 per hour, dependent on experience
Benefits: Life Insurance Vision Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance Pension Plan (PERA) 403(b) Retirement Plan 403(b) Employer match after 4 completed years of service Paid Time Off Paid Sick Time Employee Assistance Program
Worksite address
circle pines, MN, 55014, US
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