Program Management Support Para - SAILS

Paraprofessionals in the SAILS Program

Location: Olson Middle School

Effective Date: 8/25/2026

Salary: Class III ranging from $23.06 - $27.15 per hour (Wage placement based on similar experience)

Hours: 6.2 hours per day (Approx. 7:55 to 2:37 pm); 5 days per week; 180 days per year

Required

Education:

• High School Diploma
• 60 credits post-secondary education or a passing score on the Para Pro Exam
• PCA Certification (or the ability to obtain)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to push/pull equipment including standers, wheelchairs, etc
• Must be able to repetitively reach overhead
• Must be able to transfer to/from floor
• Must be able to kneel

Required Experience: Successful experiences working with special education students in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with licensed and other staff to assist students with academic, behavioral/social/emotional, instruction, and daily living skills
• Assist in implementation of assigned tasks including instruction and assisting students academically
• Monitor students' skills of independence and implementation of classroom or individual behavior management programs
• Assist with daily living activities
• Communicate students' progress with case managers

Benefits:

• Health & Dental Insurance: coverage options for employees and families; employee only coverage for Health insurance is $0 per paycheck;
  District contributes to an HSA account
• Life Insurance & Disability Insurance: free life insurance, including coverage for spouse and dependent children up to age 26; LTD insurance for extended illness or injury
• Retirement & Pension Savings: retirement plan with district match and contributions to State retirement plan
• Paid Time Off: accrue time off for earned personal leave and sick days
• Employee Support: free Employee Assistance Program covering mental health, financial health, aging parent resources, and young family resources

Equal Opportunity Employment - Bloomington Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer.