Paraprofessional – Special Education

Special Education Paraprofessional – Delano Public Schools (Multiple Positions)

Delano Schools is looking for patient, caring, supportive persons who can assist teachers in managing/monitoring student behaviors and provide assistance with academic work completion as well as functional skills.    

Job Summary: The paraprofessional will support students with disabilities which may include academic, social, behavioral, and functional needs.  The paraprofessional may work in mainstream classrooms or special education classrooms under the direction of licensed special education teachers. Additional duties may include supporting extracurricular activities or bus routes.  On rare occasions this assignment may entail work in evenings or weekends.  The paraprofessional will utilize their skills daily for the purposes of data collection and communication to support the needs of students.  Multiple positions are available; candidates will be matched to their age and job specific preferences to the extent possible.  

Hours: 8:00 am – 3:00 pm (6.5 hours per day on all student contact days), 30 minute unpaid lunch.  Specific start/end times may vary.  Opportunities exist for paraprofessionals to assist with SPED transportation and/or extra-curricular activities to accrue additional hours.

Requirements: Associate Degree / equivalent or prior designation as a highly qualified paraprofessional.    Alternatives to achieve highly qualified status are available.  Consult Angie Lauderbaugh for more information: alauderbaugh@mawseco.k12.mn.us  Experience with special education or people with disabilities is preferred.  Necessary training is provided. 

Start date: August 29, 2024

Contract information: 2022-24 Paraprofessional Collective Bargaining Agreement

Salary Information: $15.21-$20.78/hour (rates are subject to change pending the ratification of an updated contract)

Application Procedure:  Apply online via the Delano School District Website.  The interview process has begun so please submit applications in a timely manner.

For questions about the available positions, please contact any of our building administrators:

Barry Voight at 763-972-7601 x1701 or barry.voight@delanoschools.org

Katie Thompson at 763-972-7602 x1501 or katie.thompson@delanoschools.org

Rachel Schultz at 763-972-6200 x1302 or rachel.schultz@delanoschools.org

Angie Lauderbaugh at 763-972-3365 x1908 alauderbaugh@mawseco.k12.mn.us