What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraeducator - Speech Language Assistant or Para position at Orono Public Schools?
- Provide supervision to students in Orono Middle School speech class.
- Assist lead teacher in facilitating communication and interaction during speech therapy.
- Support student academic needs, as well as social, emotional, and self-care needs in a variety of settings as assigned.
- Collaborate with other education professionals, includng occupational therapists to support student progress.
- Support classroom management by helping maintain a positive and structured environment.
- This is a six and a half (6.5) hour per day position March, 2025 - June, 2025
- Paraprofessionals must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job, which entails lifting, bending, and twisting in various settings.
- Be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to handle situations with a calm demeanor.
- A high level of compassion for students with developmental disabilities is essential.
- Flexibility and a cooperative nature are required.
- High School degree, equivalent experience; and holds one of the following to meet the Highly Qualified Paraprofessional requirement:
- At least two years of college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota)
- An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree
- Obtain the PELSB Paraprofessional Credential
- Has three or more years of experience and meets requirements of the Paraprofessional Competency Grid.
JobID: 2245
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Special Education Paraprofessional
Student Support Services/Special Education Paraprofessional
Date Posted:
2/12/2025
2/12/2025
Location:
Orono Middle School
Description: Special Education Paraeducator - Speech Language OMSOrono Middle School
Job Summary:
Qualifications:
Application Procedure:
All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs
District Website: www.oronoschools.org
Contact:
Corinna Graner, Ed.S., Director of Special Services
952-449-8377 corinna.graner@orono.k12.mn.us
Or
Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8370 scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us
