MSAD Paraprofessionals- Intermittent

Working Title: MSAD Paraprofessional
- Intermittent
Job Class:
Special Education Program Assistant
Agency:
Mn State Academies

• Job : 95468
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 07/13/2026
• Closing Date
  : 12/11/2026
• 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

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Applications received in response to this announcement will be used to fill Intermittent Special Education Program Assistant (SEPA) vacancies at the MN State Academy for the Deaf (MSAD) for the  school year.

The work schedule follows the school calendar and may include 3 weeks in July for the summer school program.

Applicants submitting resumes to this announcement will be in a pool of candidates considered throughout the school year. You will be 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.

Positions at the MN State Academy for the Deaf require American Sign Language (ASL) skills. Candidates will be assessed for signing skills prior to hire

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 d ay

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

For over 150 years, the Minnesota State Academies has provided educational services to Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deaf/Blind and blind/visually impaired students who range in age from birth to 21. The Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf (MSAD) and the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind (MSAB) are statewide public schools with dormitory options that serves students from all regions of the state.

Our teachers are professionally trained and licensed in Deaf/Hard of Hearing and blind/visually impaired education .

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

• Training, classes, and…