Paraprofessional/Pupil Support Assistant, Special Education

Position Type:

Support Staff - Pupil/Instructional/Instructional Assistant - SPED

Date Posted:

8/7/2025

Location:

Hastings High School

POSITION PURPOSE

Paraprofessionals in ISD 200 empower students to achieve their best by supporting them academically, emotionally and behaviorally to maximize their learning experience.

Location & Position:

Hastings High School - LEAP Program (Setting 3, ASD/DCD centerbased program)

Hours:

6.25 hours/day (plus 30 minute unpaid lunch) for the 2025-2026 school year. (Hours anticipated to be 5.75 beginning 2026-2027 school year)

Start and end times vary based on location and student need (start times range 7:30 - 8:00 a.m.)

Student contact days only RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Assisting the licensed teacher in providing instructional reinforcement, accommodations and managing student educational progress in the classroom

Assist with data collection and behavior management techniques to ensure student success

Assist and support student learning with academics, social/emotional needs, and interpersonal skills

Assist special education teacher in implementing district policies and procedures including but not limited to emergency procedures, data collection, positive behavior supports and non-violent crisis intervention as directed

Reinforce instruction through small group or individual activities

Ability to be flexible with schedule changes, student assignments, behavior regulation

Supervising and assisting students during lunch, arrival/departure from school, and other daily needs

Maintain a high level of respect, equity for all and confidentiality of information regarding students, staff and families

Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

Must meet one of the following requirements:

at least two years of qualifying college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education, or;

an associates or higher degree, with qualifying course work, or;

a passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment.

Proficient in oral and written communication skills

Ability to follow program direction as provided by teachers and administrators

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in weight and support students with activities of daily living

Proficient in organizational skills

Ability to be punctual in reporting to work and for assigned duties during the day Salary and Benefits:

- Starting pay: $20.96 per hour; Paraprofessional Master Contract 2023-2025 on District website for more details.

- District contribution to health, dental, life insurance and LTD

- Paid Holidays and time off

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If you have questions, contact Marcia Walker, Special Education Supervisor or

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