Special Education Paraeducator
$21.57 - $25.78 per hourSouthWest Metro Intermediate District 288
Position Type:
Support Staff/Special Education Paraprofessional Date Posted:
7/29/2026 Location:
River Valley Education Center
The SouthWest Metro Intermediate District #288 has multiple full-time openings for Special Education Paraeducators 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. Description :
Special Education Paraeducator, 6 hours a day for 177 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). Qualifications :
• 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).
• The ability to obtain PCA/CFSS certificate.
• 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. Pay & Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $21.57-25.78 per hour based on experience. A competitive and comprehensive benefit package available:
Application Procedure:
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.
Support Staff/Special Education Paraprofessional Date Posted:
7/29/2026 Location:
River Valley Education Center
The SouthWest Metro Intermediate District #288 has multiple full-time openings for Special Education Paraeducators 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. Description :
Special Education Paraeducator, 6 hours a day for 177 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). Qualifications :
• 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).
• The ability to obtain PCA/CFSS certificate.
• 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. Pay & Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $21.57-25.78 per hour based on experience. A competitive and comprehensive benefit package available:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA/FSA options
- Dependent Care FSA
- Illness/Bereavement 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
- PERA (Pension Plan)
- Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance
Application Procedure:
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.
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