What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paraprofessional - Special Education position at Hastings Public Schools?
POSITION PURPOSEParaprofessionals in ISD 200 empower students to achieve their best by supporting them academically, emotionally and behaviorally to maximize their learning experience.
Location & Position:
McAuliffe Elementary School - LEAP program (Setting 3, ASD/DCD centerbased program)
Hours:
- 6.25 hours/day (plus 30 minute unpaid lunch) for the 2024-2025 school year. (Hours anticipated to be 5.75 beginning 2025-2026 school year)
- Start and end times vary based on location and student need (start times range 7:30 - 8:00)
- Student contact days only
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
- Assisting the licensed teacher in providing instructional reinforcement, accommodations and managing student educational progress in the classroom
- Assist with data collection and behavior management techniques to ensure student success
- Assist and support student learning with academics, social/emotional needs, and interpersonal skills
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including toileting, feeding, dressing, as needed
- Assist special education teacher in implementing district policies and procedures including but not limited to emergency procedures, data collection, positive behavior supports and non-violent crisis intervention as directed
- Reinforce instruction through small group or individual activities
- Ability to be flexible with schedule changes, student assignments, behavior regulation
- Supervising and assisting students during lunch, arrival/departure from school, and other daily needs
- Maintain a high level of respect, equity for all and confidentiality of information regarding students, staff and families
- Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must meet one of the following requirements:
- at least two years of qualifying college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education, or;
- an associates or higher degree, with qualifying course work, or;
- a passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment.
- Proficient in oral and written communication skills
- Ability to follow program direction as provided by teachers and administrators
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in weight and support students with activities of daily living
- Proficient in organizational skills
- Ability to be punctual in reporting to work and for assigned duties during the day
Salary and Benefits:
- Starting pay: $20.96 per hour (Based on meeting highly qualified requirements); 2023-2025 Paraprofessional Master Agreement on District website for more details.
- District contribution to health, dental, life insurance and LTD
- Paid Holidays and time off
Apply on line at http://www.hastings.k12.mn.us/employment
If you have questions, contact Jill Petersen, Director of Special Services
jpetersen@isd200.org or 651-480-7008
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.96 per hour
Expected hours: 31.25 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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