Class D1 Special Education Para for Groveland Elementary, 6.25 hours, 184 days per year (3 positions)

Job Responsibilities

• Support, modify, adjust and monitor individualized instruction in academic areas, functional skills, and/or behavior programs for special education students on a 1:1 or small group basis within both regular and special education classroom settings.
• Afford assistance with self-care tasks such as feeding, dressing, and toileting.
• Lift and reposition students as necessary, and apply physical restraints if required.
• Perform basic medical procedures under the supervision of an LSN, including tube feedings and catheterization.
• Operate and supervise the safe use of special education equipment such as wheelchairs, augmentative communication devices, and assistive technology.
• Implement student management techniques and intervene to prevent or stop self-destructive behaviors.
• Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) conferences, school conferences, and meetings with staff and/or parents as requested.
• Write concise observational data, maintain logs, record computerized data, maintain behavior charts, and monitor students' attendance on a daily basis.
• Perform other duties of a similar nature or level, as assigned.
• Participate in training on third-party reimbursement and implement related tasks as needed.

Job Qualifications

• Must meet highly qualified status as defined by the MDE, effective on day one of employment.
• Must have successfully completed the Personal Care Assistant Training certification test through the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
• Experience supporting student instruction in the classroom is preferred.
• Knowledge and/or experience in using behavior modification strategies, including restitution and resiliency, are required.
• Training and application of CPI strategies are preferred.
• The ability to be firm but kind, caring but consistent, patient, and vigilant is essential.
• The ability to follow directions from supervising teachers and work collaboratively with other professionals is necessary.
• The ability to write concise observational data, maintain logs, record computerized data, and maintain behavior charts is required.
• The ability to be resourceful, flexible, and independent within the scope of the program to assist students in maintaining appropriate behaviors and achieving skills is necessary.
• The ability to understand and adhere to data privacy laws is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills, punctuality, and responsibility are required.
• The ability to modify and adjust the curriculum with input from supervising teachers is necessary.
• The ability to understand and adhere to confidentiality policies and practices is essential.
• Desirable computer skills are required.
• The willingness to participate in district and other training programs for paraprofessionals is required.
• The ability to communicate effectively and interact positively with coworkers, supervisors, the general public, etc., is essential.

Minimum hourly rate: $24.31 (effective for 2026-2027). Click here to view the Paraprofessional wage schedule. Please scroll down to Appendix A. Benefit eligible position. Click here to view benefit details.