Special Education Paraprofessional
- Where
- Mckinley Elementary · Owatonna, MN
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Experience
- Entry-level
About this role
Position Summary:
The Special Education Paraprofessional provides support and interventions for students with academic, social, emotional, and/or behavioral needs. Primary duties include supporting emotional regulation and successful participation in the classroom. Candidates will collect data and work in collaboration with classroom teachers to develop appropriate strategies to promote student success.
Position Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and experience working with students. Associate/Technical degree preferred.
- Other Skills & Abilities:
- Maintain flexibility as a team member supporting staff and students.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all information regarding students.
- Perform duties within a daily schedule and with an awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
- Consistent and reliable attendance is required.
Schedule:
5 days per week / 6.5 hours per day / 7:40 am - 2:40 pm
Rate of Pay:
B-2-1: $20.54 - $24.42/hour depending on experience.
Benefits offered for this position are as listed: Special Education Paraprofessional - Full Time:
Health Insurance offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (single and family)
Dental Insurance (Single and Family)
$50,000 Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) pension
403(B) Matching Annuity Plan - up to $300/year match
Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)/ Sick Leave
7 Paid Holidays
1 Personal Leave Day
ISD 761 IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.
Similar roles nearby
All instructional jobs in MN- Special Education TeacherSouthwest Metro Intermediate 288 · District-wide · Shakopee, MN1d
- Long-term 3rd Grade Substitute Teacher - Hutchinson, MNHutchinson Public School District · Hutchinson Tiger Elementary · Hutchinson, MN1d
- Art Teacher - 1 Year TempSouth Washington County Schools · Woodbury High School · Cottage Grove, MN1d
- Project Lead the Way or Industrial Technology Long Term Substitute TeacherEastern Carver County Public School · Chaska Middle School West · Chaska, MN1d
- Assistant Wrestling Coach - 214029Anoka-Hennepin School District · Anoka High School · Anoka, MN1d