MSAD Paraprofessional- Intermittent

• Location: Faribault
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Intermittent
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Job : 95468
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Mn State Academies / Mn State Acads-Insuff Wk Tm
• Division/Unit: Minnesota State Academies / MSAD SEPA Intermitten ts
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday
  - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $24.54 / hourly
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt

MSAD Paraprofessional
- Intermittent

Special Education Program Assistant

Mn State Academies

The work schedule follows the school calendar and may include 3 weeks in July for the summer school program. Applicants will be considered throughout the school year and called in on an as‑needed basis to fill behind current MSA employees. This position is not eligible for benefits.

• This position provides substitute paraprofessional academic classroom instruction or student management aide support at MSAD.
• Under general supervision, contributes to the design and delivery of academic instructional programs to deaf/hard of hearing or deaf/blind students.
• Provides educational instruction and uses a variety of techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors.

• At least two years of college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education; or
• An associate’s or higher degree; or
• A passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment (Parapro or Para educator) demonstrating the knowledge and ability to assist with instruction in reading/language, writing, mathematics or readiness for each.
• Knowledge of the deaf/hard of hearing and deaf/blind students and their educational practices.
• Fluency in American Sign Language.
• Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand written policies, procedures, and education plans and to maintain records and documentation.
• Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with and provide instruction to students.

• Experience working with deaf/hard of hearing students.
• Demonstration of advanced sign language.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with assistance) and be able to sit, stand and walk throughout the day.

• Employment is contingent upon a successful criminal background check within the past 12 months.

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourage persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.