What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional position at Hopkins Public Schools?
- Two (2) years post-secondary education OR a passing ParaPro Score.
- One (1) year of experience working with children.
- OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Driver’s license.
JobID: 6491
Position Type:
Paraprofessional/Highly Qualified Special Education Paraprofessional
Paraprofessional/Highly Qualified Special Education Paraprofessional
Date Posted:
3/25/2025
3/25/2025
Location:
Harley Hopkins Family Center
Early Childhood Special Education students at Harley Hopkins Family Center
Harley Hopkins Family Center
Summary:
Assist students in various school environments, including the classroom, playground, and other school environments; assist students and implement strategies for learning academic skills, such as reading and math; assist students with learning skills needed to transition to greater independence; and participate in other duties assigned by staff.
Qualifications:
Candidates must have at least two years post-secondary training and be able to demonstrate a minimum of 1-2 years previous experience with students with special needs; the ability to work with students having emotional, physical, and cognitive special needs; the ability to take the initiative in responding to students' needs in a manner which is respectful and effective; ability to provide opportunities for students to complete tasks independently, when appropriate; flexibility in responding to student’s needs; ability to maintain student confidentiality; ability to work with students individually, in groups, in a resource room, or through computer use; ability to respond to health care needs such as toileting, feeding, transferring—knowledge of and ability to implement behavior management strategies.
Education and Experience:
Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
Schedule and Compensation:
Dates: June 24th - July 18; Monday - Thursday
Hours of Work: Monday - Thursday; 8:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. (students 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.)
SEIU Union Contract
Range: Step 1 $25.00 per hour.
Position specific Benefits information is available HERE
Union Contracts, Position Handbook/Agreements are located HERE
Salary : $25
