Mounds View Public Schools
Special Education Paraeducator - Temporary
Mounds View Public Schools, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
Overview
Position:
Special Education Paraeducator - Temporary
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Mounds View Public Schools Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 6.50 hours per day with a 30 minute unpaid break (7.0 total hrs/day) Start Date
January 5, 2026 End Date
May 1, 2026 Pay
$26.38/hour per the paraeducator labor agreement Benefits
Medical, Dental, Life and Paid Time Off in accordance with the paraeducator summary of benefits Required Qualifications
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 which are applicable toward a bachelor’s degree, or Passing score of 460 (or higher) on the PARApro Assessment or a passing score on Paraeducator Online. (For more information on these assessments contact Mounds View Public Schools Community Education at www.moundsviewschools.org/paraprofessional or for information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800-772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro) Must possess and display excellent human relations skills when dealing with staff, students, and community. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Ability to get along with other people, work cooperatively in team situations and have patience in dealing with parents and students. Health care experience or training may be required Ability to work with emotionally, physically and/or mentally impaired students. Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions. Ability to communicate effectively and concisely both orally and in writing. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos. Ability to interpret documents, write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to perform basic mathematical computations and interpret data related to student performance. Ability to operate a computer and knowledge of multiple software packages. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Responsibilities
Instruct and support students in classrooms, other learning sites and community settings. Assist the student in developing self-advocacy skills and in developing greater independence. Monitor, evaluate and record classroom behaviors, problem solve and discuss expectations of appropriate behavior with students; initiate appropriate consequences for student misbehavior. Problem solves with disruptive students and gives positive feedback. Assist with determining goals for students. In an EBD program or other extreme cases, may be required to restrain students consistent with individual student plans and District policy. Meet with teacher to determine appropriate levels of student performance, needed modifications of instructional objectives and assignments. Provide input regarding student needs. Assist in implementing daily instructional plans. May occasionally supervise students in modified learning center, assist students with assignments, monitor, evaluate and record student behavior, present recommendations to teachers, support staff and administrators. May provide students with assistance in dealing with issues such as personal hygiene, medical needs, toileting, diapering, lifting, writing, feeding, boarding and/or getting off buses. Supervise students during lunch, in hallways and on field trips to ensure orderly conduct. Administer, correct and grade worksheets and tests, record grades, assign work, assume responsibility of small instructional groups or classroom when teacher is temporarily called out of room. Prepare classroom materials, maintain records, and communicate with staff and parents. Attend staff meetings to discuss academic, behavioral and vocational progress of students with appropriate staff including teachers, psychologists, social workers, and parents and employers in job setting situations. Must be able to lift. Other duties as necessary or assigned. Physical Requirements
Regularly required to walk throughout a building and may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance or push up to 90 pounds, and must be able to restrain students when needed. Seniorities and Employment Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Temporary Job function: Education and Training Industries: Primary and Secondary Education
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Position:
Special Education Paraeducator - Temporary
at
Mounds View Public Schools Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 6.50 hours per day with a 30 minute unpaid break (7.0 total hrs/day) Start Date
January 5, 2026 End Date
May 1, 2026 Pay
$26.38/hour per the paraeducator labor agreement Benefits
Medical, Dental, Life and Paid Time Off in accordance with the paraeducator summary of benefits Required Qualifications
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 which are applicable toward a bachelor’s degree, or Passing score of 460 (or higher) on the PARApro Assessment or a passing score on Paraeducator Online. (For more information on these assessments contact Mounds View Public Schools Community Education at www.moundsviewschools.org/paraprofessional or for information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800-772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro) Must possess and display excellent human relations skills when dealing with staff, students, and community. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations. Ability to get along with other people, work cooperatively in team situations and have patience in dealing with parents and students. Health care experience or training may be required Ability to work with emotionally, physically and/or mentally impaired students. Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions. Ability to communicate effectively and concisely both orally and in writing. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos. Ability to interpret documents, write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to perform basic mathematical computations and interpret data related to student performance. Ability to operate a computer and knowledge of multiple software packages. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Responsibilities
Instruct and support students in classrooms, other learning sites and community settings. Assist the student in developing self-advocacy skills and in developing greater independence. Monitor, evaluate and record classroom behaviors, problem solve and discuss expectations of appropriate behavior with students; initiate appropriate consequences for student misbehavior. Problem solves with disruptive students and gives positive feedback. Assist with determining goals for students. In an EBD program or other extreme cases, may be required to restrain students consistent with individual student plans and District policy. Meet with teacher to determine appropriate levels of student performance, needed modifications of instructional objectives and assignments. Provide input regarding student needs. Assist in implementing daily instructional plans. May occasionally supervise students in modified learning center, assist students with assignments, monitor, evaluate and record student behavior, present recommendations to teachers, support staff and administrators. May provide students with assistance in dealing with issues such as personal hygiene, medical needs, toileting, diapering, lifting, writing, feeding, boarding and/or getting off buses. Supervise students during lunch, in hallways and on field trips to ensure orderly conduct. Administer, correct and grade worksheets and tests, record grades, assign work, assume responsibility of small instructional groups or classroom when teacher is temporarily called out of room. Prepare classroom materials, maintain records, and communicate with staff and parents. Attend staff meetings to discuss academic, behavioral and vocational progress of students with appropriate staff including teachers, psychologists, social workers, and parents and employers in job setting situations. Must be able to lift. Other duties as necessary or assigned. Physical Requirements
Regularly required to walk throughout a building and may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance or push up to 90 pounds, and must be able to restrain students when needed. Seniorities and Employment Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Temporary Job function: Education and Training Industries: Primary and Secondary Education
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