Program Management Paraprofessional – SUN

Paraprofessionals in the SUN Program

Thank you for your interest in becoming a paraprofessional at Bloomington Public Schools. Paras play an important role in providing behavioral and academic support to students and are often the first go-to person for students during the day.

This video will show what a day looks like in the SUN Program, which is for students with unique needs.  LINK: https://youtu.be/7eB3mCjnENs

Location:
Olson Elementary School 

Effective Date:
 1/6/25

Salary:
   Class III ranging from $22.86-$25.95 per hour
   *Wage placement based on similar experience

Hours:
   6.1 hours per day
   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 kneel

Required 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 managers

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Until Filled. Applications will be reviewed after 5 days and the posting will stay open until filled or removed from the website.
Submit online application, cover letter, transcripts and resume by clicking on the “Apply” button in the top right