What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraprofessional position at MID STATE EDUCATION DISTRICT?
Date of Posting: 06/17/2026
Date of Availability: 08/18/2026
Date Closing: Open until filled
Interview Dates: Estimated Late July through Early August
Wage Range: $19.08/hr - $21.12
Join the Mid-State Education District team, where we work to inspire every student to achieve their potential and prepare students to lead productive, fulfilling lives.
Summary
In this position, you will help support academic and social-emotional growth of students and provide support following individual education plans. You may work individually with students or collectively with teachers in the special education classroom to assist with the day-to-day needs.
Required Qualifications
Interested applicants MUST complete an application within the Frontline Application Portal, which can be found via the job post on the Mid-State Education District Website: www.midstate.k12.mn.us/careers.
For questions about the position or application process, please contact us at (320) 631-2500.
Mid-State Education District complies will all state and federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, or disability. This holds true for all district employment and opportunities.
Date of Availability: 08/18/2026
Date Closing: Open until filled
Interview Dates: Estimated Late July through Early August
Wage Range: $19.08/hr - $21.12
Join the Mid-State Education District team, where we work to inspire every student to achieve their potential and prepare students to lead productive, fulfilling lives.
Summary
In this position, you will help support academic and social-emotional growth of students and provide support following individual education plans. You may work individually with students or collectively with teachers in the special education classroom to assist with the day-to-day needs.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience as a teacher's assistant in a teaching environment in or outside a school system or related childcare work
- Ability to pass background check
- Ability to complete and pass a lifting assessment
- Highly qualified para educator or pass academic assessment
- Ability to work cooperatively with children and adults
- Ability to effectively communicate with, and establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, parents, staff and community
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to observe and record accurately
- Ability to understand and accurately correct student assignments
- Ability to meet federal/state guidelines (where appropriate) and/or to successfully complete specified in-service courses
- Demonstrated ability to work positively with students with disabilities and under the supervision of a special education teacher
Interested applicants MUST complete an application within the Frontline Application Portal, which can be found via the job post on the Mid-State Education District Website: www.midstate.k12.mn.us/careers.
For questions about the position or application process, please contact us at (320) 631-2500.
Mid-State Education District complies will all state and federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, or disability. This holds true for all district employment and opportunities.
Salary : $19