26-27 Paraprofessional/Pupil Support Assistant, Special Education

Paraprofessionals in ISD 200 empower students to achieve their best by supporting them academically, emotionally and behaviorally to maximize their learning experience.

About the role

Location: Pinecrest Elementary School - LEAP Program (Setting 3 Center-based Classroom). Hours: 6.25 hours/day (plus 30 minute unpaid lunch) for the 2026-2027 school year (anticipated to be 5.75 hours/day beginning 2027-2028). Start and end times vary based on location and student need; student contact days only.

Responsibilities

• Assist the licensed teacher in providing instructional reinforcement, accommodations and managing student educational progress in the classroom
• Assist with data collection and behavior management techniques to ensure student success
• Support student learning with academics, social/emotional needs, and interpersonal skills
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including toileting, feeding, dressing, as needed
• Help implement district policies and procedures (emergency procedures, data collection, positive behavior supports, non-violent crisis intervention)
• Reinforce instruction through small group or individual activities
• Be flexible with schedule changes, student assignments, and behavior regulation
• Supervise and assist students during lunch, arrival/departure from school, and other daily needs
• Maintain a high level of respect, equity for all, and confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, and families
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must meet one of the following:
  • At least two years of qualifying college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education, or
  • An associate’s or higher degree with qualifying course work, or
  • A passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment
• Proficient in oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow program direction as provided by teachers and administrators
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and support students with activities of daily living
• Proficient in organizational skills
• Ability to be punctual in reporting to work and for assigned duties during the day

Pay

Starting pay: $22.51 per hour.

Benefits

• District contribution to health, dental, life insurance, and long-term disability (LTD)
• Paid holidays and time off