SpEd Paraprofessional-Elementary

Position Type:
Para Professional

Date Posted:
4/22/2026

Location:
St. Anthony - New Brighton Schools

Date Available:
05/04/2026
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Are you passionate about shaping young minds and fostering a vibrant, inclusive community? hony-New Brighton School District, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience that prepares students for success in an ever-changing world. Nestled in the charming neighborhoods of St. Anthony Village and New Brighton, our district is known for its close-knit community, innovative teaching practices, and commitment to excellence.

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Position Title: Elementary Special Education Paraprofessional

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Hours: Monday thru Friday, 6.5 hours per day with a 30-minute unpaid break (7 total hrs/day)

Start Date: ASAP

Job Summary: The Special Education Paraprofessional provides instructional and support services to students with special needs in classrooms, other learning sites, and community settings. This role involves assisting students in developing self-advocacy skills, greater independence, and managing their behaviors. Responsibilities include monitoring and recording student behaviors, implementing instructional plans, and providing physical and emotional support to students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Instructional Support:
  • Instruct and support students with special needs in various settings, assisting in developing self-advocacy skills and independence.
  • Meet with teachers to determine appropriate student performance levels, instructional modifications, and assignments.
  • Assist in implementing daily instructional plans and provide input on student needs.
  • Occasionally supervise students in modified learning areas, assist with assignments, and present recommendations to teachers and support staff.
  • Administer, correct, and grade worksheets and tests, record grades, assign work, and assume responsibility for small instructional groups or classrooms when the teacher is temporarily out.
  • Prepare classroom materials, file documents, and complete student evaluation sheets.
• Behavioral Support:
  • Monitor, evaluate, and record classroom behaviors, problem-solve, and discuss appropriate behavior expectations with students.
  • Provide appropriate redirections for misbehavior (break, problem-solving, or modified learning area).
  • Implement physical restraints if necessary for student safety according to individual student plans and District policy (district-provided training required).
• Student Assistance:
  • Provide assistance with personal hygiene, medical needs, toileting, diapering, lifting, writing, feeding,…