Special Education Paraprofessional - Multi Categorical - Project Search

Special Education Paraprofessional

Position:
Special Education Paraprofessional

Location:

Project Search-Medtronic

Start Date:

8/31/26

Hours:

6.5 hours/day - 8:00 am to 3:00 pm

Basic Function:
Responsible for providing on-site training, supervision, and support for transition students participating in a school-to-work transition program. The Skills Trainer serves as a liaison between the host employer, Medtronic, the instructor, and other developmental disabilities partners to facilitate the integration of persons with disabilities into the community work setting.

• Assist the Project SEARCH Instructor with the operation and function of the classroom, and work with individual students or small groups as directed by and under the supervision of the instructor.
• Assist with the implementation and follow-through of the student's IEP plan in all settings.
• Communicate effectively with the Project SEARCH Instructor, Medtronic employees, and co-workers.
• Assist with training, supervision, and support for student interns at Medtronic worksites, which includes: hands-on job coaching, building natural supports, identifying job accommodations, helping with interpersonal skills necessary in the workplace, etc.
• Adhere to and promote the standards of the Medtronic work site to promote job productivity and efficiency. Ensure that production and quality standards, as specified by Medtronic, are met by student interns.
• Participate in intern meetings as needed.
• Promote a productive working relationship to ensure the successful integration of the program participants.
• Work in collaboration with the instructor and Medtronic personnel to encourage program growth and expansion.
• Perform other reasonably related job duties as requested.

High School Diploma required. Demonstrated aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Must be highly qualified:
1. Have at least two years of college credits (usually 60 credits if earned in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education; or 2. Hold an associate's degree or higher; or 3. Have a passing score on an approved, formal assessment (Para Pro or Para educator Assessment)

Ranging from $21.07 - $22.63 per hour, dependent on prior experience

Health Insurance Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Dental Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance Pension Plan (PERA) 403(b) Retirement Plan 403(b) Employer match after 4 completed years of service Paid Time Off Paid Sick Time Employee Assistance Program
* Paraprofessional Contract attached to posting for additional information regarding wage and benefits

Internal and external applicants must apply online 12.org. Select apply at the top of the website to begin the applications process. Applications will be received until filled. Additional hours working for Kids Club are available. If interested, please contact Molly Nelson at mnelson.

Centennial School District ISD
12 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.