What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Paraeducator, (One-on-One), RISE position at SouthWest Metro Intermediate District 288?
The SouthWest Metro Intermediate District #288 has a Full-Time opening for a Special Education Paraeducator (One-on-One) in the RISE program located at River Valley Education Center in Jordan, MN.
SouthWest Metro serves students in 11 member districts and 8 associate member districts across the southwestern Twin Cities metropolitan area with programs in Special Education, Career and Technical Education, Care & Treatment, Adult Education, and Alternative Education. We invite you to embrace your own value, potential, and ability at SouthWest Metro, while empowering others to discover theirs. We work to empower ALL learners to realize their self-worth through personalized educational instruction, connection to resources, and access to a supportive learning environment.
The RISE (Reaching Independence through Structured Environments) Program serves students at our River Valley Education Center (grades K-8) and St. Boni Education Center (grades K-5). RISE is an Autism Program (ASD) and Developmental Cognitive/Behavioral Program (DCD).
Description
Special Education Paraprofessional, 7 hours a day for 183 Contract Days.
Efficiently and effectively assist in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning program in a special education setting while working under the supervision of a supervising teacher. Performs support work assisting students in meeting educational, communication, emotional, physical and behavioral goals of special needs students. Works Individually or in small groups.
Job Summary
Provide support by working directly with students to increase their academic, social/behavioral, communication, and study skills under the direction of the teacher(s).
Pay & Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.54-$24.75/hr based on experience. Competitive and comprehensive benefit package available:
Apply Online at swmetro.k12.mn.us/employment_opportunities
Selection Procedure
Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately until the position is filled. Those selected for interviews will be contacted.
SouthWest Metro serves students in 11 member districts and 8 associate member districts across the southwestern Twin Cities metropolitan area with programs in Special Education, Career and Technical Education, Care & Treatment, Adult Education, and Alternative Education. We invite you to embrace your own value, potential, and ability at SouthWest Metro, while empowering others to discover theirs. We work to empower ALL learners to realize their self-worth through personalized educational instruction, connection to resources, and access to a supportive learning environment.
The RISE (Reaching Independence through Structured Environments) Program serves students at our River Valley Education Center (grades K-8) and St. Boni Education Center (grades K-5). RISE is an Autism Program (ASD) and Developmental Cognitive/Behavioral Program (DCD).
Description
Special Education Paraprofessional, 7 hours a day for 183 Contract Days.
Efficiently and effectively assist in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning program in a special education setting while working under the supervision of a supervising teacher. Performs support work assisting students in meeting educational, communication, emotional, physical and behavioral goals of special needs students. Works Individually or in small groups.
Job Summary
Provide support by working directly with students to increase their academic, social/behavioral, communication, and study skills under the direction of the teacher(s).
Pay & Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.54-$24.75/hr based on experience. Competitive and comprehensive benefit package available:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HAS/FSA option
- Dependent Care FSA
- Generous Sick Time
- Personal Time Off
- Basic Life Insurance and AD& D
- Voluntary Life Insurance and AD&D
- 403(b) with a District dollar for dollar match
- TRA/PERA (Pension Plan)
- Long-Term disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance
- Two years of study at an institution of higher education (60 college credits) OR an Associate degree (or higher) OR the successful completion of the Paraeducator training and assessments (District funded).
- Experience working with students with significant disabilities is preferred, but not required.
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) required. Training is offered by the school district.
- Must pass a background check.
- Capable of discretion/confidentiality.
- The ability to obtain PCA/CFSS certificate.
Apply Online at swmetro.k12.mn.us/employment_opportunities
Selection Procedure
Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately until the position is filled. Those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Salary : $21 - $25