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Bloomington Public Schools
Program Management Support Para- LOOK (EBD)
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What they do
A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$46,143 / year median in Washington
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Openings as of 7/25/2026 force display?
True Openings as of 7/25/2026 Program Management Support Para
True Openings as of 7/25/2026 Program Management Support Para
- LOOK (EBD)
JobID:
9558Position Type:
Special Education Paraprofessionals/ Paraprofessional•Sp Ed Date Posted:
7/24/2026Location:
Valley View Middle School Date Available:
08/25/2026Closing Date:
Until Filled Position Title:
Program Management Support Paraprofessional LOOK Program- serving students with emotional/behavioral needs Paraprofessionals in the EBD Program Thank you for your interest in becoming a paraprofessional at Bloomington Public Schools.
LINK:
https://youtu.be/lQg9lkTs3W0Location:
Valley View Middle School Effective Date:
8/24/26Salary:
Class III ranging from $23.06- $27.15 per hour
- Wage placement based on similar experience
Hours:
6.2 hours per day (Approx. 7:55 am- 2:37 pm) 5 days per week 180 days per year
Required Education:
High School Diploma 60 credits post-secondary education or a passing score on the Para Pro Exam PCA Certification (or the ability to obtain)Physical Requirements:
Must have the ability to pass a pre-work physical exam including the following requirements: Must have ability to lift up to 50 pounds Must have ability to push/pull equipment including standers, wheelchairs, etc Must have ability to repetitively reach overhead Must have ability to transfer to/from floor Must have ability to kneelRequired Experience:
Successful experiences working with special education students in an educational setting preferred.Responsibilities:
Work collaboratively with licensed and other staff to assist students with academic, behavioral/social/emotional, instruction, and daily living skills. Assist in implementation of assigned tasks including instruction and assisting students academically Monitor student's skills of independence and implementation of classroom of individual behavior management programs Assist with daily living activities Communicate student's progress with case managersBenefits:
Bloomington Public Schools offers a variety of benefits to help take care of employees' health and well-being.These benefits include:
Health & Dental Insurance:
Employees can choose from health and dental plans to help cover medical and dental needs for themselves and their families. Employee only coverage for Health insurance is $0 per paycheck. The District also contributes to an HSA account to help cover medical expenses.Life Insurance and Disability Insurance:
Employees get free life insurance, which provides money to their family if something happens to them while employed with the district. Additionally, your spouse and dependent children to age twenty-six are also covered. There is also LTD insurance to help if they can't work due to illness or injury for an extended period of time.Retirement & Pension Savings:
Employees can save money for their future through a retirement plan or pension. The district helps by contributing money towards their savings through match, and through contributions to the State retirement plan.Paid Time Off:
Employees accrue time off for things like Earned Personal Leave or sick days.Employee Support:
There is also help for employees with life events through a free Employee Assistance Program. This program covers many things, including mental health, financial health, aging parent resources, young family resources. The district is dedicated to supporting employees and their families with affordable health care, financial security, and opportunities for personal growth. Please see our complete benefit offerings here : https://www.bloomington.k12.mn.us/human-resources/benefits-and-insuranceAPPLICATION DEADLINE
Until Filled Submit online application, cover letter, transcripts and resume by clicking on the "Apply" button in the top right Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 7/25/2026 12:13:45 AM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions- AppliTrack, Applicant Tracking for Educators. Online Job Employment Applications, Web Based Employment Applications for School Districts and Educational Institutions
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