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K-12 Special Education Paraprofessional

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North Lakes Academy Charter School

Forest Lake, MN (In Person)

$39,780 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 6 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/14/2026

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Job Description

POSITION STATUS
Full-time
START DATE
2026-2027 Academic Year
COMPENSATION
$17.85-$20.40 per hour based on experience.
BENEFITS
Health Insurance, Dental Coverage, Paid Time Off (PTO), TRA or PERA Contributions, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and access to a range of additional benefits, such as short-term disability and accident insurance.
ABOUT NORTH LAKES ACADEMY
Serving the Forest Lake and surrounding areas since 1999, North Lakes Academy provides a personalized learning environment designed to meet a wide variety of academic needs. With strong core subjects and a full complement of liberal arts courses, NLA provides quality learning in a responsive learning atmosphere. Currently, we operate an elementary campus (grades K-6) and a secondary campus (grades 7-12) both in Forest Lake, serving a total of 460 students. We're a safe and caring community, connecting learning with the environment, and building curiosity and confidence from day one. We say at NLA who you BECOME is as important as what you
ACHIEVE. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to follow teacher instructions and support classroom activities Basic knowledge of educational principles and child development Ability to assist with classroom management and student supervision Patience, adaptability, and a supportive attitude Ability to pass a background check and meet school district/state requirements Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, depending on the position and experience. They may also need to be able to bend, twist, and lift frequently
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Previous experience working in a school or educational setting Experience supporting students with disabilities and/or behavioral challenges Training in behavior management strategies or de-escalation techniques Familiarity with individualized education programs (IEPs) and 504 plans Ability to adapt instructional support based on student needs Experience with classroom technology and educational software Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
JOB DESCRIPTION
Paraprofessionals play a vital role in supporting both general education teachers and special education case managers by assisting with instructional activities, classroom management, and student engagement. They provide individualized support to students receiving special education services, helping to implement personalized learning plans, accommodations, and behavioral strategies.
To Apply:
Please submit the following materials directly to lclaiborne@northlakesacademy.
org:
a current resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation. Please also verify that the job is still open by checking whether it is listed on our website. Positions will remain open until filled.
Pay:
$18.37 - $22.39 per hour
Benefits:
Bereavement leave Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person