20 hrs/wk Online Paraprofessional

Job Description

OFFERING 9% SIGN ON BONUS FOR SY22-23 EMPLOYEES!!!!

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Online Learning

Position Summary: Special education paraprofessionals support students based on the needs and accommodations outlined in the Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Duties are determined by the IEP team and special education teacher.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
● Works primarily with students on an IEP.
● Is familiar with Special Education IEPs of all students assigned.
● Guides children in working and socializing appropriately with other students.
● Provides assistance to students as needed.
● Works closely with and accepts direction from Special Education Teachers and Regular Education Teacher(s) in
accordance with student’s IEP.
● Implements behavior interventions as directed by Special Education Teachers and/or Director.
● Encourages special education students to maintain appropriate behavior.
● Adheres to the work assignments and schedules as provided by Special Education Teachers.
● Promotes pleasant manner with staff, students, and visitors.
● Maintains confidentiality and data privacy.
● Adheres to school policies and procedures.
● Attends staff meetings and paraprofessional meetings as required.
● Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Qualifications

Two years of college, associate’s degree or passing score on a paraprofessional exam in reading, writing and math as required by federal law (contact Personnel Office for testing information)

Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and parents.

Typing, filing and record keeping skills.

Ability to organize work effectively and efficiently.

Institution Description

Mission statement: Growing environmentally literate, community impacting learners of excellence.​

Serving two programs: Our seat-based program (located in Crosslake, MN) serves students tuition-free in grades kindergarten - 8th as well as a fee-based prekindergarten program. Our tuition-free online program serves students from anywhere in Minnesota in grades kindergarten to graduation/age 21.

Please visit our website to learn more! https://www.crosslakekids.org/

Application Instructions/Comments

Interested applicants, please send your resume, cover letter, and three references to hiring@crosslakekids.org.