Special Education Paraprofessional - Resource Job Prior Lake area,Minnesota USA,Education / Teaching

This website is Audio Eye enabled and is being optimized for accessibility. To open the Audio Eye Toolbar, press "shift + =". Some assistive technologies may require the use of a passthrough function before this keystroke. For more information, activate the button labeled "Explore your accessibility options".

Openings as of 7/26/2026

Special Education Paraprofessional - Resource

Date Posted:
7/22/2026
Location:

Five Hawks Elementary
Date Available:

09/10/2026

Five Hawks Elementary School

Begins: 09/10/2026 Onboarding:
Week of 08/31/2026

6.75 hrs/day, (6.25 hrs/paid, plus half hour unpaid lunch), Student Contact Days
$19.81 - $22.25 per hour (2025-26 rates), plus single health insurance and district contribution toward single dental insurance.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that stands out among school districts:

Health Insurance: A rich health plan that provides extensive coverage for you and your family, ensuring peace of mind.
Dental Insurance:
Full coverage options for routine and preventive care, keeping your smile bright and healthy.
Life Insurance:
Protect yourself and your loved ones with a robust life insurance plan
an Employee Assistance Program, free to employees and their family members
optional medical and dependent care flexible spending account

1. Qualifications include one of the following:

Associates Degree or higher;60 college semester credits; "Highly qualified" status through completion of Para Educator or Para Pro exam.

Candidates without one of these qualifications will need to pass the Para Educator exam within 30days of hire.

Ability to lift heavy objects (50 lbs).

Ability to work with students with mild to severe disabilities.

Must employ interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.

JOB GOALS

Provide support to the special education staff with educationally related activities and helps students with support in different subject areas: monitors/directs and supports students in other school settings as needed.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support and monitor students in educational settings.

Provide teacher support; objective observation, data keeping, and prepare and organize materials.

Assist in implementing successful student programs as designed by special education staff.

Assists with personal care needs of individual students, as needed.

Demonstrate sensitivity to diversity in cultural heritage, lifestyles, and value systems among students and families.

Performs other duties as assigned by the building principal and/or supervising teacher, specific to special education.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

As per the MSEA collective bargaining agreement.

Postings current as of 7/26/2026 5:20:36 PM CST.

#J-18808-Ljbffr