Student Support Specialist

Paraprofessional | Highly Qualified Paraprofessional | Alice Smith Elementary | Post Date: 12/30/2025 | Available: ASAP

At Hopkins Public Schools, we believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our students, staff, and community. We are a proudly inclusive E-12 district serving approximately 7,200 students across the City of Hopkins and surrounding communities. Our district represents a rich mosaic of cultures, backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences; we value and celebrate that diversity in everything we do.

As an academically rigorous and human-centered district, we are committed to fostering a welcoming environment where every student and staff member feels seen, heard, and valued. There is no “typical” Hopkins student, and we embrace this truth as a catalyst for innovation, growth, and equity in learning.

We welcome candidates who are passionate about dismantling systemic barriers, advancing justice, and preparing students to become bold, collaborative, and compassionate global citizens. When you join Hopkins Public Schools, you are not just joining a district, you are becoming part of a community that honors difference, nurtures potential, and inspires remarkable achievement in every learner, from birth through graduation.

You are welcome  belong at Hopkins.

SUMMARY: Assists with the delivery of operational and administrative services related to students’ behavioral performance and academic achievement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job‑related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job‑related knowledge and skills.

• Provides individual support to students with identified behavioral concerns and needs.
• Follows building disciplinary plans and District discipline policies.
• Consults and collaborates effectively with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, and other education and community resources regarding students with identified behavioral concerns and needs.
• Implements, monitors, and tracks building behavior systems.
• Serves as a point of contact for families new to the building.
• Responds to new student and new family questions and requests.
• Provides outreach and support to parents/guardians in order to promote positive school/family relationship and enhance student learning.
• Acts as a liaison between teachers, parents/guardians, and administrators; participates in parent meetings as appropriate.
• Enters data and generates reports from the behavior system.
• Prepares and maintains various school records.
• Other duties or tasks may be assigned on an as‑needed basis.
• Promotes and supports the overall mission of the District by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Associates degree or higher, 60+ credits at an accredited college, or successful passing of the Para Pro exam.
• Two (2) years of student and family support experience.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Driver’s License.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Required Knowledge:

• District policies and procedures.
• Applicable policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment.
• Learning and behavioral management techniques.
• Local community resources and regional community services programs.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Required Skills:

• Maintaining composure and working effectively under classroom conditions.
• Administering educational and school support programs.
• Communicating effectively with children.
• Operating a personal computer using standard and specialized software.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Contributing…