Paraprofessional - Middle/High School

Paraprofessional - Middle/High School 901 East Ferry Street, Le Sueur, MN 56058

JobID:

4158

Position Type:

Support Staff Date Posted:

5/21/2026

Location:

LS-H MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL

Date Available:

August 2026

Closing Date:

until filled

District:

Le Sueur-Henderson School District Position Summary :

Le Sueur-Henderson Public Schools is seeking a caring, dependable, and student-centered Special Education Paraprofessional to support middle and high school students with a variety of learning and behavioral needs. This position works closely with special education teachers, general education staff and related service providers to help students achieve academic, behavioral, social, and functional success within the school environment. The paraprofessional will support students with disabilities including Developmental Cognitive Disabilities (DCD), Emotional/Behavioral Disorders (EBD), and Learning Disabilities (LD) in both special education and general education settings.

Primary Responsibilities :

Provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to students throughout the school day Assist students in accessing curriculum and completing classroom assignments Support implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), accommodations, and modifications Work collaboratively with teachers and staff to maintain a positive, structured learning environment Assist with behavior intervention plans and de-escalation strategies as needed Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, lunchroom, transitions, and other school settings Help students develop independence, organization, communication, and self-advocacy skills Assist with data collection and documentation related to student progress and behaviors Maintain confidentiality and professionalism regarding student information Support inclusion opportunities and positive peer interactions

Qualifications :

High school diploma required; post-secondary coursework or paraprofessional certification preferred Experience working with adolescents, students with disabilities, or in an educational setting preferred Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff Patience, flexibility, and a student-centered mindset Ability to follow instructional plans and behavior supports as directed

Schedule :

2026-2027 School year, 6.5 hours daily

Note:

Candidates must pass a criminal background check to be eligible for employment.

Application Procedure:

Qualified candidates should apply online at https://www.isd2397.org/page/employment-opportunities.

For More Information Please Contact:

Cindy Schmidt, Middle School/High School Principal, Le Sueur-Henderson Public Schools, ISD #2397 at cschmidt@isd2397.org or 507-665-5803.

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The Le Sueur-Henderson School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, creed, religion, receipt of public assistance, marital status or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Section 504

Coordinator:

Title IX Coordinator:

Cassie Wilke Paul Theorin 901 E. Ferry Street 901 E. Ferry Street Le Sueur, MN 56058 Le Sueur, MN 56058 507-665-5806 507-665-5804 Alternate 504

Coordinator:

Alternate Title IX Coordinator:

Cindy Schmidt Jim Wagner 901 E. Ferry Street 100 Kingsway Drive Le Sueur, MN 56058 Le Sueur, MN 56058 507-665-5803 507-665-4600 For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the office that serves this area, or call 1-800-421-3481