Paraprofessional/Pupil Support Assistant, Special Education

Position Type:
Support Staff - Pupil/Instructional/Instructional Assistant - SPED
Date Posted:
12/8/2023
Location:
Pinecrest Elementary
POSITION PURPOSE
Paraprofessionals in ISD 200 empower students to achieve their best by supporting them academically, emotionally and behaviorally to maximize their learning experience.
Location & Position:
Pinecrest Elementary School - LEAP program
Hours:

• 6.25 hours/day (plus 30 minute unpaid lunch) for the 2023-2024 school year. (Hours anticipated to be 5.75, beginning 2024-2025 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 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
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as directed
• 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

• One of the following:
  • at least two years of college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota) through an accrerdited institution of higher education, or;
  • an associates or higher degree, or;
  • a passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment (offered by the District upon hire).
• 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: $20.35 per hour if certification rates met (see Qualifications above); $19.85 if certification not met -- required within 90 days of hire (based on 2023-2025 Master Agreement): See 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, Assistant Director of Special Services
jpetersen@isd200.org or 651-480-7008
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