Special Education Paraprofessional

id='p1094_'>Special Education Paraprofessional JobID: 1094

Position Type:

Support Staff/Para Professional

Date Posted:

7/27/2026

Location:

Lake Ripley Elementary

Date Available:

08/25/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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Lake Ripley Elementary School Special Education Paraprofessional

Date of Availability: August 25, 2026

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Job Summary: Lake Ripley Elementary is seeking a caring, dedicated, and student-centered Special Education Paraprofessional to join our team. This position provides academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to students with diverse learning needs. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers, specialists, and administrators to create a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students can thrive.

Schedule: Generally 66.5 hours per day during the school year.

Essential Functions

Support teachers in reinforcing academic skills and instructional strategies across all subject areas to improve student achievement.

Provide individualized and small-group support to students in classroom and school settings.

Assist students in meeting academic, behavioral, and social-emotional,l goals outlined in their educational plans.

Provide one-on-one assistance to students as directed by the supervising teacher and support team.

Encourage student independence while providing appropriate levels of support.

Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment for all students.

Assist with implementing behavioral interventions and positive behavior support strategies.

Collect and document student data as directed by the supervising teacher.

Support students during transitions, specials, lunch, recess, field trips, and other school activities as needed.

Maintain confidentiality regarding student information and records.

Collaborate effectively with teachers, specialists, administrators, and families to support student success.

Accept and implement direction from supervising teachers and administrators.

Perform other duties as assigned that support student learning and school operations.

Qualifications

Successful completion of the Paraeducator Assessment, or

Associate's degree (AA) or higher from an accredited institution.

Application Procedure: Submit your application online at www.litchfield.k12.mn.us. (Click on Central Office and then Employment) The application period is open until filled. Please contact Chris Olson at (320.693.2436 x 1309) colson@isd465.org, Lake Ripley Elementary Principal, with questions pertaining to this position.