About this opportunity
Centennial School District 12 lists this 6.5 hr Special Education Paraprofessional - Multi Categorical - Journey opportunity in circle pines, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Type:
Support Staff/Special Education Paraprofessional
Date Posted:
9/17/2026
Location:
High School - East and West Buildings
Date Available:
ASAP
Closing Date:
Open until filled
Position: Special Education Paraprofessional - Multi Categorial
Location: Journey- Centennial High School
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 6.5 hours/day - 7:40 am to 2:40 pm
Journey Paraprofessional Posting
BASIC FUNCTION:
Responsible for providing on-site skill development, supervision, and support for transition students 18-22 participating in the school and/or work transition program. The paraprofessional serves as a liaison between instructors and any worksite personnel where they are job coaching.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assist Journey Instructors with the operation and function of the classroom, and work with individual students or small groups as directed by and under the supervision of the instructors.
2. Assist with the implementation and follow-through of the student's IEP plan in all settings.
3. Communicate any changes in tasks or concerns from a workplace supervisor to the work coordinator and instructors.
4. Perform all necessary personal cares needed- training will be provided. This includes changing, feeding, and transferring students to standers or wheelchairs.
5. Perform other reasonably related job duties as requested.
6. Provide effective support to promote the highest level of independence in the classroom and any worksite.
7. Data collection/tracking on individual student goals and progress.
8. Support the implementation and management of student communication devices.
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 qualfied:
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 from $20 - $21.75 per hour, dependent on prior experience
BENEFITS:
Health Insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care
Dental Insurance
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
*Paraprofessional Contract attached to posting for additional information regarding wage and benefits
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Internal and external applicants must apply online at Select apply at the top of the website to begin the applications process. Applications will be received until filled.
Additional hours working for Kids Club are available. If interested, please contact Molly Nelson at .
Centennial School District ISD12 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Attachment(s): _Para_Contract-FINAL.pdf
Worksite address
circle pines, MN, 55014, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.