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What they do
A Special Education Teacher teaches students who have disabilities, and adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of students. Assesses students and helps to develop individualized education plans that specify the services and accommodations needed for each student. Works in a classroom that includes only students with IEPs, or works with students and teachers in regular classes. For students with severe disabilities, may focus on developing skills for independent living. Works as part of a team that includes therapists, school counselors or social workers.
$67,320 / year median in Minnesota
+0% projected growth
Job Description
A Lakeville Area School District paraeducator's job description includes supporting students academically, socially, and behaviorally through one-on-one and small group work, implementing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and assisting teachers with classroom activities. Key duties include helping students with daily living skills, collecting data, implementing behavior plans, promoting positive interactions, and assisting with transitions, often requiring skills like de-escalation and sometimes assisting with restraints if required. Academic support 1. Support general and special education teachers in implementing academic programs. 2. Lead small groups, provide one-to-one follow-up, and help keep students on task. 3. Implement student-specific accommodations and adaptations as outlined in IEPs. 4. Provide feedback to teachers on student participation and progress in general education classes. 5. Collect student data as directed by the special education teacher.
- Benefits
- At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs
- Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
- About Amergis
- Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.
We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- Job Category:
- Education
- Job Function:
- Education | School Aide | School Aide School
- Job Type:
- Contract - Part Time
- Setting:
- Schools
- Position Type:
- Healthcare
- Office Number:
- 0738
- Contract Duration:
- 36 •
Pay Rate:
- $21 / Hour
- Date Posted:
- 2026-09-14T20:27:10
Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance