What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional-Keyzone position at Duluth Public Schools?
Position Type :
Paraprofessionals / Special Education Building Wide Paraprofessional
Date Posted : 10 / 9 / 2024
Location :
Piedmont Elementary School
Closing Date :
02 / 06 / 2025 Special Education Paraprofessional - Keyzone
Piedmont Elementary School
15 hours / week | Monday - Friday | 2 : 30pm - 5 : 30pm
Starting Wage : $18.85 - $21.35 / hr
Join the Duluth Public Schools team, where we work to inspire every student to achieve their potential and prepare students to lead productive, fulfilling lives .
Summary :
Duluth Public Schools is seeking an individual to assist special education teachers with meeting the educational, emotional, and physical needs of special needs children and older students. Assists in guiding the student through various daily activities by utilizing a balanced approach to learning that supports age and grade appropriate behavior and thinking. Assists in implementing the Individual Education Plan (IEP).
Minimum Qualifications :
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience as a teacher's assistant in a teaching environment in or outside a school system or related childcare work
- 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits of college or a passing score on the ParaPro assessment
Desirable Qualifications :
Additional Information :
Special Education Building Wide positions - can be assigned to work anywhere in the school / site building at the discretion of the principal. These positions are not specific to a program or a particular room. The para can be moved by the principal at any time during the day or school year.
In addition to rewarding career opportunities, Duluth Public Schools offers an excellent benefit package to employees who are hired into positions scheduled to work 24 hours / week or more. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following :
Medical / Prescription Drug Plan with Health Reimbursement Arrangement
Dental Plan
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement
Time Off
Contact Information :
If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at 218-336-8722 or email noncerthr@isd709.org
Salary : $2,613 - $5,225