Intervention Paraprofessional, 4.5 hours/day (Stillwater Middle School)

Thank you for your interest in Stillwater Area Public Schools! The Stillwater Area Public School District has a long and proud tradition of high expectations, high standards and outstanding achievement. Our schools are safe and welcoming places where students receive personal attention from adults who care about them. Helping students learn and grow is a big job, and it takes hundreds of dedicated and caring staff to make it happen. We're proud of our incredible staff working on behalf of over 8,000 students every day. Our roles may vary, but one thing is the same - our shared passion to have a meaningful impact on the lives of students in the community we love. It's why people join our team and it's why they stay here. Job title: General Education Paraprofessional, 4.4 hours/day - Stillwater Middle School Key Responsibilities Provide scheduled individual and small-group reading intervention to students in grades 6–8 using an evidence-based, structured literacy curriculum. Implement lessons and instructional routines consistently under the direction of licensed staff. Support students in developing foundational reading skills, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and confidence as readers. Build positive relationships that encourage students to persist through challenging learning. Collect and accurately record student performance and progress-monitoring data. Communicate student progress, engagement, and areas of concern to supervising teachers and intervention staff. Collaborate with classroom teachers, special education staff, literacy specialists, and administrators to align intervention with student needs and building-wide literacy goals. Maintain an organized, focused, and welcoming learning environment. Participate in relevant training, team meetings, and professional learning. Assist with other academic support and student supervision responsibilities as assigned. What We're Looking For: Ability to build trusting, supportive relationships with middle school students. Calm, consistent presence with strong interpersonal and de-escalation skills. Understanding of adolescent development and restorative practices. Firm yet empathetic approach to supporting student behavior. Ability to work independently while maintaining clear expectations. Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with staff. Help us create a safe, supportive learning environment where all students can thrive! Requirements: In order to work as a Paraprofessional, you must meet the state requirement of being Highly Qualifed prior to your start date. To be considered Highly Qualifed, you must have ONE of the following; a Bachelor's Degree or an Associates Degree, or 60+ hours of post-secondary education, or a Passing Score on the ParaPro Exam. Please be prepared to submit documentation in support of your qualifications. (Acceptable documentation includes transcripts from the college or a copy of the ParaPro Exam report.) Hours per day: 4.4 hours per day, Monday - Friday (student contact days). Start Date: 8/12/25 Diversity Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Stillwater Area Public Schools recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our academic mission. Stillwater Area Public Schools is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. Salary: Starting at $21.00/hour, based on experience Application Procedure: Apply online Information about our salary and benefits can be found at: http://www.stillwater.k12.mn.us/departments/human-resources/master-contracts