Special Education Paraeducator

$24.54 per hour

North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale Schools

Position Type:
Paraeducator/Special Education Paraeducator

Date Posted:
8/25/2026

Location:
Tartan High School

Internal consideration is given until 3:30 pm on August 31, 2026.

Position: Special Education Paraeducator
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:10 a.m. - 2:40 p.m., 30 hours per week, Student Contact Days,
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: $24.54 per hour
Benefits: Benefits are in accordance with the labor agreement covering Paraeducators -

Required Qualifications:

A high school diploma or GED and one of the following:
- An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree, or
- Two years of post-secondary coursework (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) from an accredited institution of higher education which are applicable toward a bachelors degree, or
- Passing score on ParaEducator test. (For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at View phone number on click.appcast.io or
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and restrain students in emergency situations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Completion of any required training necessary for the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent (preferably in Education)
Education assistant/paraprofessional or teaching experience
Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Experience and/or training in behavior management

Responsibilities:

Assist in the instruction of students by providing support and practical training to students in various subject matters
Provide assistance to the teacher by performing such duties as:
- Implementing instructional plans and assisting with the adaptation/modification of the curriculum as directed by the teacher
- Preparing class schedules
- Organizing learning materials
- Assisting with classroom activities
Assist educational staff in performing duties to meet the specific needs of students including, but not limited to:
- Redirecting inappropriate behaviors of students in classrooms
- Preparing food for and/or feeding students
- Assisting in the physical movement of students
- Diapering and toileting students
- Escorting students to vocational training jobs
- Chaperoning student community outings
- Supervising students during bus loading and unloading
Promote a safe and productive learning environment for students, ensuring that student needs are met by communicating with other staff about student needs
Monitor and document the educational progress of students by performing evaluations of student progress and needs
Record data pertaining to Individual Educational Plans (IEPs)
Maintain confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting at all times
Other related duties as assigned

May be regularly required to walk throughout a building and may occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance or push up to 90 pounds, and must be able to restrain students with proper training and assistance when needed, and may be required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Independent School District No, 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, does not discriminated on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity.

ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

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