Elementary School Special Education Para Wayzata Public Schools - 3.9 Plymouth, MN Job Details Full-time From $24.83 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Disability insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Do you want to make a meaningful difference in students' lives? Wayzata Public Schools is hiring Special Education Paraprofessionals to support students with academic, self-care, and social/behavioral needs, starting the 2026-27 school year.

What You'll Do:

Implement assigned tasks in conjunction with students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs), under direction of the special education teacher Supervise vulnerable students and assist with academic, social, motor, and functional classroom activities Observe, document, and communicate student academic and social behavior data to teachers and supervisors Assist with mobility, self-help skills (feeding, dressing), toileting, and adaptive equipment Monitor halls, common areas, and transportation needs; accompany students to specialists Maintain strict student confidentiality and enforce school rules

Hours:

6.5 hrs/day Monday through Friday, either 8:15 am - 3:15 pm or 7:30 am - 2:30 pm

Pay:

Starting at $24.83/hour

Locations:

Wayzata Elementary Schools Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED required; must meet Minnesota Department of Education paraprofessional competency requirements Non-violent Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training may be required Experience with students who present emotional/behavioral challenges preferred Ability to lift, pull, and move a minimum of 50 lbs Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working across varied settings Computer skills preferred

Benefits:

Medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program, and 403(b) employer match nDIXjgCWPB