Paraprofessional

Summary

Description

East Grand Forks School District is seeking applicants for Paraprofessionals

East Grand Forks, MN is a city with a population of approximately 8,500 and located in the heart of the Red River Valley in Northwest Minnesota. It borders Grand Forks, ND and is very close to the University of North Dakota and Northland Community and Technical College. The district’s K-12 enrollment is approximately 1950 students as well as a thriving preschool program. The district has four separate school buildings housing grades K-2, 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12.

Terms:
Compensation and Benefits per the Paraprofessional Master Agreement

Qualifications:
Applicant MUST have one the following OR the ability to attain within the first 30 days of hire.
-At least two years of college credits (usually 60 hours in earned in MN) through an accredited institution of higher education;
-An Associates Degree or Higer from an accredited institution of higher education;
-A passing score on the MN ParaPro Assessment (460);
-A passing score on both of the Paraeducator Assessments 65% for Instructional Support and 70% for the Knowledge and Application test

Applicant MUST demonstrate proficiency in the English Language
Preference given to applicants with prior experience.

Beneficial skills:
Ability to communicate and connect with students and families, team building skills.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other district staff, students, and members of the public.
Possessing positive interpersonal skills.

Reporting Relationship: 
Paraprofessionals report to the Building Principal

Basic Function of the Position: 
The primary responsibility of the position will be supporting students under the direction and guidance of classroom teaching staff. Paraprofessionals play a pivotal role in supporting teachers, students and schools in achieving student success by helping to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

Job Description:
Support classroom teachers in instructional activities and classroom management by offering individual or small group instruction, facilitating learning exercises, and reinforcing lesson concepts.
Collaborate with the classroom teacher to implement student IEP and 504 plans.
Assist in preparing instructional materials, classroom displays, and learning aids to support teaching and learning objectives.
Monitor and assist in implementing student behavior management strategies, ensure safety and intervene in disciplinary situations as needed.
Supervise students before school, in the classroom, lunchroom, playground, during transitions between activities and after school.
Every minute of your working day, aside from lunch and breaks) will consist of supporting and working directly with students.

To apply, please go to EGF Human Resources or the district’s website (egf.k12.mn.us) and complete the application process. The position will be opened until filled.

East Grand Forks Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer