Special Ed Educational Assistant-PCA - District Wide
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Child Development/Support, Special Education Assistant, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional
Location: Northfield
Openings as of 4/17/2026
JOB : 4714 - Special Education Educational Assistant - PCA School Year
Title: Special Ed Educational Assistant-PCA - District Wide School Year
- Position Type:
Educational Assistants - Date Posted: 4/17/2026
- Location:
All Schools - Date Available:
08/31/2026 - Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Scheduled days/hours: Standard hours are 6.75 hours/day Monday‑Friday with the opportunity to work part‑time or add additional hours.
Qualifications: Possess at least two years of college credits (60 credits) through an accredited institution, an associate’s or higher degree, or a passing score on an approved assessment demonstrating the ability to assist with instruction in reading/language arts, writing, mathematics, and school readiness. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of child development and behavioral management strategies, skills in building positive rapport with students and adapting instruction to individual needs, and the ability to remain calm while managing challenging behaviors.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively as part of a special education team and maintain confidentiality in accordance with district policies.
Pay Rate/Range: $21.86/hr – $23.51/hr (subject to change upon settlement of the 2026‑28 Educational Assistants Agreement).
Compensation & Benefits: Employees scheduled to work 20 hours or more per week are eligible to receive district insurance benefits. Comprehensive and affordable benefits package includes:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- 403(b) Plan and District Match
- District Paid Life Insurance
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Responsibilities: Under the direction of licensed special‑education staff, the Educational Assistant – Personal Care Assistant provides meaningful support to students with special needs by assisting with daily living activities, health‑related functions, and mobility throughout the school day. This rewarding position involves implementing individualized behavior intervention plans, fostering positive student behaviors, and reinforcing instructional concepts through one‑on‑one and small group instruction. The assistant works collaboratively with teachers and therapists to adapt curriculum, support the use of assistive technology, and help students achieve their IEP goals while maintaining a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
Employment is contingent upon completion of a background check and a required pre‑work screening.
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