Special Education Paraprofessional, Full Time 2026-2027
About the role
Dover-Eyota High School is seeking a Special Education paraprofessional to support students receiving special education services throughout the school day. This full-time (35 hr/week) position begins with the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will work closely with teachers, specialists, and other staff to provide direct instructional and/or behavioral support to students.
We value our staff and believe they have great influence on a child's life. We're looking for candidates who will connect with students and who are dedicated and enthusiastic about making a difference for our students and community.
Responsibilities
- Be knowledgeable about all district policies and procedures
- Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with other staff
- Support individual and/or groups of students receiving special education services in both academic and behavioral settings
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Ability to pass competency test OR two-year degree
- Strong work ethic, high ethical standards, self-confidence, and good time-management skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including communication and listening skills
- Positive, professional, and collaborative with others
- Enthusiastic about working with young people
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Patience with students
- Problem solving with little guidance
- Managing multiple tasks and priorities
- Ability to use Google and Google features to complete daily tasks
Personalized Care Assistant (PCA) training is a plus and may be required for certain student assignments.
Benefits
- Eligible for health insurance
- Eligible for life insurance and long-term disability
- Contribution towards pension
- Voluntary benefits: short-term disability, dental insurance, 403B, voluntary life insurance
- Collaborative and experienced special education team
- Support of training and technical assistance
- Supportive and involved community
Pay
Hourly pay $16-18, depending on experience and qualifications.
About the school
Dover-Eyota is a vibrant public school district located 12 miles east of Rochester, Minnesota. The secondary building currently serves approximately 550 students in grades 6-12 and employs a faculty committed to student success.
To learn more about our school community, view our school paper, The Eagle.
For questions about the position, contact High School Principal Sarah Carlson: sarahcarlson@deschools.org or 507-545-2631.