What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional - Shine Program position at Minnesota Service Cooperatives?
Position Type :
Paraprofessional / Special Education Paraprofessional
Date Posted : 1 / 4 / 2025
Location :
Two Rivers High School
Date Available :
2024-2025 School Year
Closing Date : UNTIL FILLED
District :
Independent School District 197 We strongly believe that diversity of experience contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better school system and better results for all students. We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team wherever we can and we actively encourage all to consider becoming a part of it.
Position : Special Education Paraprofessional
Location : Two Rivers High School
Hours : 6.25 hours per day
Line of Authority : Responsible to the supervising teacher
Primary Function : To assist student with the instructional process in special education and / or regular education classrooms.
Wage : $23-21 - $24.91 / hr per the 2023-2025 Paraprofessional Contract
Qualifications :
- Must have a two year degree or passed The Parapro Assessment.
- PCA training will be provided
- Ability to work as a team member with staff and parentss.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs. (and / or up to adult-size body weight with two- to three-person lift).
- Ability to support student's full body weight up to adult size.
- Ability to tolerate frequent bending and lifting.
- Ability to work with behaviorally challenging students including those who may be physically and verbally aggressive, effective communication skills.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities, austim, emotional challenges, behavior challenges & trauma.
- Behavior management preferred
Job Duties :
It is the policy, practice, and commitment of District 197 to provide equal employment opportunities for all people without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
Please contact human resources if you need financial assistance for your pre-employment screening.
Salary : $21 - $23
