Special Education Paraeducator – Independence Elementary STEM

Support Staff Site Specific | Education Assistant | Independence Elementary | Post Date: 12/15/2025

Special Education Para educator – Independence Elementary STEM

Location: Independence Elementary STEM

Job Summary: Under the direction of licensed and professional instructional staff, this position provides instructional support and assistance to children. Positions assigned to this classification are expected to have gained or learned basic knowledge, skills and fundamentals of learning theory, child development, behavioral management/modification, and general instructional fundamentals in order to work in the classroom with groups of students or 1:1 in the areas of instructional reinforcement and student learning assistance.

Responsibilities and duties are performed under the immediate supervision of licensed instructional personnel and involve assisting and guiding students in the reinforcement of reading, math, science or other classroom subjects, implementing behavioral plans and/or monitoring and enforcing appropriate behavior in accordance with instructional lesson plans and student IEPs. Positions assigned to this classification also provide assistance and support in terms of preparing exercises/drills for students better suited to their learning needs, recording tests, copying materials for the classroom, correcting papers/tests, updating and maintaining classroom records, files and supplies.

Qualifications: Requires a minimum of an AA Degree; or 90 quarter college credits (60 semester credits); or a score of 460 on the Para Pro Assessment exam; or a score of at least 65% accuracy on Assessment 1 and a 70% accuracy on Assessment 2 of the Para Educator exam. Previous experience working with children or in a school setting, and/or coursework in child development, human development, learning, behavior management or related coursework is preferred.

License Requirements: No specific licenses or certification required to gain entry into the classification. District may require specific certifications, courses and/or licenses after hiring depending upon the specific job assignment, or needs of the district.

About Big Lake Schools: At Big Lake Schools, we pride ourselves on being the perfect size. We are small enough to offer the many benefits that come with being a small school district, but we are large enough to be able to offer exceptional programming that only large districts are able to offer. We have a student population of 3100 spread across four schools;
Liberty (EC-2), Independence (3-5), Middle School (6-8), and High School (9-12). Big Lake Schools is always looking for future employees who:
Have a strong work ethic Are energetic and passionate about their work Enjoy working collaboratively Embrace technology as a core tool in their everyday lives Recognize the importance of education If the above attributes sound like you, we encourage you to consider becoming a Hornet!

Application Procedure: Candidates may apply for this opportunity via the school website lakeschools.org

Assignment: 6.5 hrs/day
Starting Date: ASAP
Posting Closes: When Filled

Salary and Benefits: The salary range for the position is outlined on page 44 this agreement.

The benefits for this position are outlined in this district benefit guide and this group benefit summary.

Big Lake Schools is an equal opportunity employer: applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.