Special Education Paraeducator

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Job Type: Full-time | Benefits Eligible |

Schedule:

9-months, Monday through Friday | Salary Range:
From $18.06 to $22.48 per hour

All building principals have access to this job posting and will call selected candidates for interviews. Additional education and/or experience may be required for specific aide positions. Some positions are supported by Title I funds and require additional levels of education or certification. If hired for a Title I position, Title I Paraprofessional Certification will be required prior to hire or work with students.

Paraeducators provide instructional support and deliver other direct services to students under the direction of a certified teacher or other licensed employee. There are two classifications of Paraeducators: I and II. The schools will hire depending on the needs of the students/school.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to communicate with students, colleagues, and parents/guardians orally and in writing
• Basic academic and computer skills

• Experience working or volunteering in a school setting
• Experience working with individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Associates degree in Education, Child Development, Psychology, or a similar field
• Experience working as direct support professional, personal care aid, CNA, or similar position

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All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via  Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Applicants for administrative, teaching, professional and other certified staff positions will need to attach:
1) Cover Letter
2) Resume/CV
3) Three (3) Letters of Reference
4) Complete transcripts for each degree from the institutions conferring the degrees. In addition, Teacher Applicants will need to attach:
Current teaching license.

Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office.

For more information or questions, please call  or email human resources.nd.us.

The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other status protected by law.