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Wilson Elementary School
Special Education Paraprofessional
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A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$38,440 / year median in Minnesota
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Special Education Paraprofessional
Owatonna School District 761
Wilson Elementary School
- Owatonna, Minnesota This job is also posted in Owatonna School District 761 Job Details
Job ID:
5877688Application Deadline:
Posted until filledPosted:
YesterdayStarting Date:
Aug 24, 2026 Job DescriptionPosition Summary:
The Special Education Paraprofessional provides support and interventions for students with academic, social, emotional, and/or behavioral needs. Primary duties include supporting emotional regulation and successful participation in the classroom. Candidates will collect data and work in collaboration with classroom teachers to develop appropriate strategies to promote student success.Position Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and experience working with students. Associate/Technical degree preferred.Other Skills & Abilities:
- Maintain flexibility as a team member supporting staff and students.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all information regarding students.
- Perform duties within a daily schedule and with an awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
- Consistent and reliable attendance is required.
Schedule:
5 days per week / 7:45 am- 2:45 pm
Rate of Pay:
B-2-1: $20.54- $24.42/hour depending on experience. Benefits offered for this position are as listed: Special Education Paraprofessional
Full Time:
Health Insurance offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield (single and family) Dental Insurance (Single and Family) $50,000 Life Insurance Long Term Disability Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) pension 403(B) Matching Annuity Plan- up to $300/year match Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)/ Sick Leave