MSAB-Residential Educator

• Job : 96345
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 08/14/2026
• Closing Date
  : 08/21/2026
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Evening Shift (Sun 7pm-10pm and Mon-Thurs 2:45pm-12am)
• Days of Work
  :
  Sunday - Thursday
• Travel Required
  :
  No
• Salary Range: $21.59 - $28.94 / hourly
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union
  : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME

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.

This announcement will be used to fill a 40 hour/week evening shift vacancy in the Human Services Technician classification at the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind. This position is open for qualified bidders and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously.

This job is first to open to employees of this agency who are in the Human Services Technician classification and are eligible to bid. Other qualified applicants will be considered if there are no eligible bidders.

This position will provide supervision of student(s) in the residential area and other duties as assigned at the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind.

• 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 OR the ability to pass the Parapro or Para educator assessment within the first 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge or experience working with students in an educational and/or dormitory setting or a similar setting as a caregiver.
• Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand and follow directions and to maintain records and documentation.
• Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with and provide direction to residential students.

• Previous experience/background working with blind/visually impaired students.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance.
• Ability to perform emergency procedures and personal safety techniques.
• Must be able to walk/stand for at least eight hours.

• 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…