Lakeville Area Schools

Make a difference every day by supporting students’ learning, growth, and independence.

As a Special Education Paraprofessional, you’ll work closely with ESS instructors, special education teachers, and general education staff to provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support for students. This is a rewarding opportunity to impact student success while working in a collaborative team environment. Wonder Zone would be working with Preschool students, and Kid Zone would be working with Elementary students.

Your Role Will Include:

• Serving as a contributing member of the ESS and special education team.
• Supporting students within the ESS programs and framework. Providing one-to-one or shared support, providing adaptations and accommodations and supporting students in staying on-task.
• Providing supports to enhance student success and independence through the implementation of Individual Education Program (IEP) and Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP).
• Providing daily progress to ESS Instructors about student participation and behavior.

Qualifications:

• 18 Years of age, high school diploma required - prefer candidate with Associate of Arts (AA) degree. Additional post - secondary training relevant to children/adolescents/young adults preferred.
• Flexibility within the work environment. Able to work with small and large groups, one to one, and in multiple school settings.
• Strong communication skills with students and adults.
• Please see job posting for additional for job qualifications.

• $19.89 – $24.19 per hour, depending on experience.
• Personal time, sick time and paid holidays.
• Benefits are available for employees working 30 hours per week.

Location & Shift Times:

• Cherry View Elementary - 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm