Speech Paraprofessional

• Position Type:
  Non-Certified Staff/Support Staff/Paraprofessional
  
• Date Posted:
  4/14/2026
  
• Location:
  Aitkin Rippleside Elementary
  
• Date Available:
  04/20/2026
  
• Closing Date:
  04/30/2026
  
• District:
  Aitkin Public Schools

Aitkin Public Schools – Rippleside Elementary
Position Opening: Speech Paraprofessional

Description:
Aitkin Public Schools is seeking a caring and dependable paraprofessional to assist students receiving virtual speech and language services. This position supports students during online speech sessions, helping manage technology, maintain engagement, and reinforce communication activities under the direction of the Speech-Language Pathologist. The position serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th grade.

Position Details:

• Location: Rippleside Elementary School
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:50 a.m. – 3:05 p.m.
• Employment Term: 9-month position (school year)
• Start Date: April 20, 2026 or asap
• End Date: Through May 2026
• Reports To: Building Principal and District Speech-Language Pathologist
• Pay starts at: $17.92/depending on experience

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Two-year degree or successful completion of ParaPro test (preferred)
• Experience working with children in a school setting (preferred)
• Comfort using technology to support virtual instruction
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting students during virtual speech therapy sessions
• Managing devices, logins, and materials for online services
• Providing supervision and engagement support during sessions
• Reinforcing communication and speech goals as directed by the SLP
• Collaborating with classroom staff to support student success
• Assisting with due process related paperwork, maintaining scheduling, and tracking student attendance
• Communicating with the District Speech-Language Pathologist and Virtual Therapy Provider regularly to improve processes

Application Procedure:
Interested applicants should submit an application through the Frontline Application Tracking program.