Para Educator

• Date Posted:
  8/25/2026
• Location:
  
  Fergus Falls Public Schools

The Fergus Falls School District is seeking to fill a Para Educator position at Kennedy Secondary School beginning with the 2026-27 school year. This position works 7.25 hours/day and is scheduled 171 days. Hourly wage rate: $20.55 - $22.20/hour.
This position has a benefit package that includes contributions towards health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, 403b, pension plan; along with sick and personal leave.

The tasks listed below are not intended to limit other tasks that might reasonably be assigned as necessary.

• Daily crosswalk supervision (7:50-8:20 AM & 3:15-3:45 PM):
  • Being visible in and assisting the students with crossing the walkway and keeping the students safe when traffic is approaching.
  • Report any vehicles not following pedestrian zone laws.
• Supervision of students during transitions throughout the day as assigned.
• Assist in classrooms as needed.
• Supervise students placed in the In-School Suspension program and/or the noon-detention program (approximately: 8:20 am - 3:15 pm)
• Operate office and school machines as needed. Assist middle school staff (grades 7/8) with materials as needed.
• Move, if necessary, and supervise students to a safe place during times of crisis, ie:tornados, severe weather, lock-downs, etc. Refer to the red Emergency Information Binder.
• In-service participation as required.

Final date to receive applications:
Open until filled

Start date:

ASAP

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR at agriffin or call , ext. 9010.

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. Making false statements or withholding information during the hiring process will cause you to be barred from employment or removed from employment.

Eligible veterans as defined by Minnesota Statute 197.447 may claim Veterans Preference during the hiring process. A DD214 and required supporting documentation must be included with the employment application to receive preference.

The Fergus Falls Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator, who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.

Fergus Falls Public Schools are a tobacco-free workplace.

Postings current as of 8/29/2026 12:32:07 PM CST.

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