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Special Education Paraprofessional JobID:
1851
Position Type:
NON-CERTIFIED
POSITIONS/ Special Education Paraprofessional Date Posted:
9/22/2026
Location:
ELC
- Windom September 22nd, 2026 POSITION
AVAILABLE
Special Education Paraprofessional
POSITION LOCATION
Southwest West Central Service Cooperative (SWWC) with placement at the ELC
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
: The Special Education Paraprofessional provides assistance to children, teachers &/or mental health professional/practitioner in providing an appropriate, safe learning environment to students enrolled in special educational programs. Some students may have challenging behaviors.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED required. Proof of Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certification; new paraprofessional must be certified within two weeks of hire date; Successfully obtain PCM certification through training provided by SWWC; Passing score (80% or better) on SWWC Level 1 skills assessment; passing score must be obtained by the end of the introductory period to continue employment; Valid Driver's License. Criminal background check will be conducted on successful applicant.
SALARY :
Position is for 2026-27 school year. Paraprofessionals work 6.5 hours per day with a 30-minute duty free lunch break, Monday
Salary range of $20.00/hour to $26.00/hour depending on education, qualifications, abilities, and experience.
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Complete online application at www.swwc.org/application and include cover letter, application form, copies of licenses (if applicable), college transcripts, resume, and two letters of reference.
QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATION/REQUEST COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUEST AN ACCOMMODATION
: Contact Kassi Knutson, Staffing Coordinator at 507-537-2243 or kassi.knutson@swwc.org .
QUESTIONS ABOUT POSITION
: Contact Jennifer Kimman 320-269-9243 or jennifer.kimman@swwc.org .
DUE DATE FOR APPLICATIONS
: Position will remain open until filled.
WHAT IS THE SWWC?
The Southwest West Central Service Cooperative is a regional service agency committed to advancing the work of our members (schools, cities, counties, and other governmental agencies). With a focus on service, integrity, sincerity and collaboration, we are committed to building relationships with our members to ensure we are a collaborative partner providing exceptional services, innovative solutions and proactive support. Our vision is to create a future where children, families schools and communities learn, succeed and thrive. Authorized by MN Statute as a regional resource for our members; we are a public agency that provides a comprehensive range of educational and administrative programs and services to our members.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of the Southwest West Central Service Cooperative (SWWC) to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
SWWC embraces and celebrates all of our members, and we work to identify unique frameworks within the various communities we serve and actively respond by adjusting our practices to meet the ever-changing needs. We strive to recruit diverse and inclusive teams that will have a positive impact on our programs and services and help us better serve our members, customers and employees. Attachment(s): Special Education Paraprofessional
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