Skills Paraprofessional at Red Rock Elementary School

Skills Support Paraprofessional

Location:

Red Rock Elementary School

Hours per day: 3.5 hours per day (12:00 p.m.

- 3:30 p.m.)

Starting base pay: $22.70 per hour

Anticipated start date:
September 2, 2026

• Date Posted: 6/24/2026
• Location:
  
  Red Rock Elementary School
• Date Available:
  
  09/02/2026
• Closing Date: 06/29/26 or until filled

Highly qualified: eligible for an additional $0.50 per hour once Highly Qualified status is achieved (2 or 4 year degree, OR 60 semester credits OR successful completion of the Para Pro program). External candidates do not need to meet this criteria until after they are hired but must meet the requirement no later than March 1st. Internal candidates must meet this criteria at the time the application is submitted.

Classification:
Program

So Wash Co  Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, supplemental life, dependent life, long-term disability, voluntary plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity protection), flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program, and retirement plans. Visit our benefits page for more detailed information.

Position follows school calendar with option to work in other summer paraprofessional positions.

This position is responsible for student supervision and support with academic and behavior management skills within the Positive Attitude Room (PAR), Take-A-Break Room (TAB), Pride Room, and/or In‑School Suspension Room (ISS) at the elementary level.

• Supervise students referred to school specific room.
• Intervene, as appropriate, using strategies such as peer mediation, conflict resolution, problem solving, and/or behavioral management techniques.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with students to enhance their self‑concept and a positive attitude toward learning.
• Assist students individually or in small groups with academic assignments previously assigned by classroom teachers.
• Assist students individually or in small groups in conflict resolution and management, as directed.
• Provide communication with parents as needed.
• Provide weekly, monthly, and/or year‑end reports as requested by building principal.
• Understand and maintain boundaries and confidentiality with students, families, and staff.
• Maintain a high level of fairness, confidentiality, respect and equity for all students, staff and families.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to meet District 833's Highly Qualified requirements.
• Competencies as required by State of Minnesota, Federal government, and/or District 833.
• Proven teamwork, confidentiality, and communication skills.
• Actively participate in district-sponsored training when offered.
• Possess the skills and ability to reinforce math, reading, and writing skills.
• Models appropriate behavior, neat appearance, and proper grammar usage for all students, helping provide a positive learning environment.
• Ability to perform routine computer functions, including email, Internet navigation and Microsoft Word.
• Ability to pass Paraprofessional fitness for duty tests.
• Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds.
• Prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
• Communicates with students, parents, co‑workers, supervisors, and the community in a positive and responsive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationships.
• Demonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functions.
• Professional Crisis Management (PCM) training or willing to be trained.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic academics and behavior characteristics of elementary students.