Special Educational Assistant, Burnsville Campus
About Us
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy (“SHPA”) is a K-8 public charter school with campuses in Burnsville and Richfield. SHPA is committed to providing an excellent learning environment by engaging students in a rigorous, content-rich curriculum within a Classical education model. SHPA promotes character and social development while embracing the individual needs of each student. The U.S. Department of Education has recognized SHPA for the 2022 National Blue Ribbon Award as an Exemplary High Performing School.
About the Role
Seven Hills seeks a K-5 Special Educational Assistant (EA) at its Burnsville Campus for the 2025-2026 school year. This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position and includes a competitive salary, insurance benefits, and 403b option. The primary duties of this position involve effective lesson planning, confident student management, and engaging instruction.
Responsibilities
- Work primarily with special education students
- Effective lesson planning
- Confident student management
- Engaging instruction
Qualifications
- Familiarity with the Core Knowledge scope and sequence is desired
- Experience and familiarity with charter public schools is advantageous
- Knowledge and appreciation of the Classical education model is ideal
- Working base with technology, especially Google applications, is preferred
About Our Candidates
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy believes the best Classical teaching and learning fosters disciplined thinking, robust debate, and the joyful pursuit of hard-earned wisdom. We are most interested in individuals who are confident and resourceful self-starters and problem-solvers willing to work hard and maintain a positive and encouraging attitude congruent with the mission and culture of our school. We also believe a strong, sincere interest in teaching and learning combined with the professional capacity to be a communicative, collaborative, and enthusiastic leader in our school community to be essential.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and two letters of recommendation electronically to employment@shpamn.org with the email subject line: EA, Burnsville Campus. Applications will be considered as they are received and the position will be opened until filled.