Special Education Paraeducator

Special Education Para educator

Position Type:

Support Staff/Special Education Para educator

Date Posted:

8/27/2025

Location:

Self-Directed Academy

Date Available:

08/27/2025

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Job Type - Full Time 36.25 hours/week Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Schedule 9-months Monday through Friday Salary Range From $18.06 to $22.48 per hour

Educational Approach:
Personalized, Competency-based Learning

Our instructional model is built on the principle that learning should be self-directed, competency-based, and not confined by traditional time constraints. We emphasize mastery of content through personalized pathways facilitated by cutting-edge technology.

* Project-Based Learning (PBL): PBL is a teaching method in which students learn by actively engaging in real-world activities and personally meaningful projects. PBL is embedded throughout the program providing students with integrated units of study across content areas that empower students to have choice and voice in what they learn.

* STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math): STEAM emphasizes collaboration and exploration through student-centered learning experiences that provide opportunities to engage in hands-on, real-world problem solving.

* Technology Integration:
The Self-Directed Academy utilizes various online platforms to enhance student learning through increasing interactivity and autonomy.

* Flexible Scheduling:
Our soft schedule approach in middle school prepares students for high school by gradually increasing their autonomy over how they manage their learning time

What You Do:
Paraeducators provide instructional support and deliver other direct services to students under the direction of a certified teacher or other licensed employee.

What You Need

High School Diploma or GED

Ability to communicate with students, colleagues, and parents/guardians orally and in writing

Basic academic and computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

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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Application Procedures

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 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.

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