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Lakeville Area Schools lists this Kid Zone Special Education Paraprofessional opportunity in lakeville, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Kid Zone Special Education Paraprofessional
Serve as a contributing member of the ESS and special education team. Support academic programs designed by ESS instructors, special and general education teachers including leading small groups, providing one-to-one follow-up, re-teaching/review, and keeping students on-task. Provide supports to enhance student success and independence through implementation of Individual Education Program (IEP) adaptations and accommodations. (e.g., taking notes in class, reading materials aloud, utilizing technology, implementing organizational tools). Provide feedback to ESS instructors and special education teachers about ESS class activities, assignments, student participation, and behavior.
Training or experience working with children in a group tutorial and supervisory setting. Interpersonal skills, that lend themselves to a compatible working relationship with students and other adults in the work place as determined by the principal. Possess basic academic competencies to provide tutorial assistance to the student(s) as needed.
Hours Per Day: 5 Hours Per Week: 25 per week Days Per Year: 176 plus field trips Start Date : 8/31/2026 Start and End Times: 7:00 am-10:00 am and 3:30 - 5:30 pm SALARY: $ 19.89 - $24.19 per hour depending on experience Position classified A-1-3 Lakeville Education Assistants Federation (Education Assistants and Clerical)
Student focused, community connected. Lakeville Area Schools (Independent School District No. 194) is an award-winning school system and the twelfth largest school district in Minnesota serving approximately 12,000 students in Lakeville, parts of Burnsville and Elko New Market, and portions of Eureka, Credit River and New Market Townships. There are nine elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools, an Area Learning Center, an online K-12 school, Early Childhood programming, and lifelong learning opportunities through Community Education. Our vision is to inspire a passion for learning in every student with our mission to strive to ensure success for every student personally, socially, academically and civically. We are committed to establishing a school community that values diversity, equity, and inclusivity for all students, staff and families where every person feels welcomed, valued, and respected.
As an employee of Lakeville Area Schools, you will have access to high-quality and affordable health insurance plans, along with a range of additional benefits designed to support the well-being of you and your family! Your benefits may include: Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave. 12 paid holidays each year. Employees are eligible for benefits on day one of employment. All employees working a 0.75 FTE or 30 hours per week or more are offered full-time benefits including low-cost medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and legal insurance plans. Teachers are offered health & dental benefits at a 0.5 FTE or more. All staff working 20 to 29.99 hours per week are offered part-time voluntary benefits including low-cost vision and legal insurance. Health benefits include: Added networks that give employees access to many medical services at ZERO COST . Free virtual healthcare services that offer access to doctors and licensed therapists 24/7. Free diabetes care and heart health prevention programs. Provider choice with the largest PPO network available. Wellness rewards program. Dental plans include orthodontic care for adults and children 403(b) retirement investment account offerings to help you save for the future with employer matching offered under many collective bargaining agreements . Pension plan that provides income when you retire (For more information, visit PERA for non-instructional positions and TRA for instructional/licensed positions). Staff over 30 hours per week offered employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death. (offered to teachers at.5 FTE or more) Staff over 30 hours per week offered Long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury. (offered to teachers at.5 FTE or more) Tax-free flex spending accounts for health, dental, orthodontic, vision, and dependent care. Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: Everyday life can be stressful and can affect your health, well-being, and performance. Under our EAP employees and their families can receive no-cost, confidential information help for a wide variety of needs and concerns: anxiety, childcare, eldercare family conflict, parenting concerns, alcohol or drug addictions, stress management, and more. Virtual Fitness Services: easily accessible, effective and affordable way to reach your fitness goals anytime, anywhere for better health and well-being. Support to help you reach your career goals: Training, classes, and professional development. Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov. Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, and collective bargaining agreement with Lakeville Area Schools. Employment information can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document located on our website.
Our Vision
Lakeville Area Schools provides a safe, respectful, engaging, rigorous, and collaborative learning environment for all students, families and staff where every person belongs, is valued, and can succeed. Student focused, community connected. At Lakeville Area Schools, student success is our number one goal. So, it's no surprise we're often at the head of the class in academics, Lakeville Area Schools District 194 at the top of our game in athletics, and an all-star performer in the arts and activities.
High Schools
Lakeville North High School 19600 Ipava Ave. Lakeville South High School 21135 Jacquard Ave.
Middle Schools
Century Middle School 18610 Ipava Ave. Kenwood Trail Middle School 19455 Kenwood Trail McGuire Middle School 21220 Holyoke Ave. W
Elementary Schools
Cherry View Elementary th St. Christina Huddleston Elementary th St. W Eastview Elementary 18060 Ipava Ave. Highview Elementary 18600 Huntley Trail John F. Kennedy Elementary 21240 Holyoke Ave. W Lake Marion Elementary 19875 Dodd Blvd. Lakeview Elementary 20500 Jacquard Ave. W Oak Hills Elementary th St. W Orchard Lake Elementary 16531 Klamath Trail
Additional Schools
Lakeville Pathways Academy 19455 Kenwood Trail Lakeville Online Academy ( Juniper Path, Suite A
Lakeville Area Public Schools
Position Description
Position Title: Extended School Services Special Education Paraprofessional
Department/Building: Extended School Services
Position A-1-3
Title of Immediate Supervisor: ESS Manager
Bargaining Unit: LEAF Special Education
Position Summary: An ESS special education paraprofessional, under supervision of an ESS Instructor and Special Education Lead, provides direct and indirect support to students with special needs ages Birth through age 21. The duties and responsibilities of a special education paraprofessional will vary based on the developmental needs and age of the students served.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following tasks:
1. Serve as a contributing member of the ESS and special education
Worksite address
lakeville, MN, 55044, US
Who can apply
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