Extended Assistant - SPED PARA; ICAN Non-Teaching Support
Listed on 2026-07-02
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Elementary School, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Assistant
Location: North Saint Paul
Position Overview
Extended School Year Assistant - SPED PARA (ICAN) Non-Teaching Support
Location:
Carver Elementary
Work Schedule:
Monday – Thursday, 8:45 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. (5.5 hours per day, with 8 hours prep)
Session Dates:
July 6‑9, July 13‑16, July 20‑23
Work Year:
Summer 2026
Pay:
External candidates: $23.14 per hour. Internal candidates:
Pay based on 2023‑2025 step placement per the Para Educators contract.
Benefits:
This position is not benefits eligible.
- A high school diploma or GED and one of the following:
- An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree, or
- Two years of post‑secondary coursework (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) from an accredited institution of higher education applicable toward a bachelor's degree, or
- Passing score on the Para Educator test (contact ETS for details).
- Can lift up to 70 pounds and restrain students in emergency situations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Completion of any required training necessary for the position.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent (preferably in Education).
- Education assistant/paraprofessional or teaching experience.
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
- Experience and/or training in behavior management.
- Assist in the instruction of students by providing support and practical training in various subject matters.
- Provide assistance to the teacher by performing such duties as:
- Implementing instructional plans and assisting with the adaptation/modification of the curriculum as directed.
- Preparing class schedules.
- Organizing learning materials.
- Assisting with classroom activities.
- Assist educational staff in performing duties to meet the specific needs of students, including but not limited to:
- Redirecting inappropriate behaviors in the classroom.
- Preparing food for or feeding students.
- Assisting in the physical movement of students.
- Diapering and toileting students.
- Escorting students to vocational training jobs.
- Chaperoning student community outings.
- Supervising students during bus loading and unloading.
- Promote a safe and productive learning environment, ensuring student needs are met by communicating with other staff.
- Monitor and document educational progress by evaluating student progress and needs.
- Record data pertaining to Individual Educational Plans (IEPs).
- Maintain confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting at all times.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Physical demands may include regular walking throughout a building, lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds with assistance, pushing up to 90 pounds, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Proper training and assistance are required for restraining students when needed.
Independent School District No. 622 is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or any protected class.
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