Daily Substitute Paraeducator - Special Education

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/Special Education Paraprofessional
  
• Date Posted:
  9/25/2026
  
• Location:
  Orono Elementary Center
  
• Date Available:
  ASAP
  
• Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled
  
  

Description: Special Education Paraeducator - District Wide

Job Summary:

• Provide supervision to students in special education.
• Efficiently and effectively assist in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning program in a special education setting while working under the supervision of a special education teacher.
• Perform support work assisting students in meeting educational, communication, emotional, physical and behavioral goals of special needs students and support with student personal care needs.
• Work individually or in small groups.
• Collaborate with other teaching staff and paraprofessionals for the benefit of all students.
• Help students develop life skills.

Qualifications:

• This is a 7 hour (6.5 hours paid) per day position.
• Paraprofessionals must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job, which entails lifting, bending, and twisting in various settings.
• Be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to handle situations with a calm demeanor.
• Must possess high level of compassion for students with developmental disabilities.
• Flexibility and a cooperative nature are required.
• Highly qualified (A High School diploma plus 60 college credits, an associate degree, or a passing score on a Paraeducator assessment).

Bargaining Group and Level: Paraeducators/Special Education Para

COMPENSATION
Hourly Wage: $18.94-$22.23

OTHER BENEFITS
Pay Differential: $1.95/hour
Longevity Career Increment
Annual TSA Match: $500

RETIREMENT/PENSION
Positions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)

Application Procedure:
All applicants must apply online at: http://bit.ly/oronojobs

District Website: www.oronoschools.org

Contact:
Corinna Graner, Ed.S., Director of Special Services
952-449-8377 corinna.granerorono.k12.mn.us
Or
Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
952-449-8370 scott.alger@orono.k12.mn.us