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Paraeducator - Special Education

@ Orono Public Schools
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Orono, Minnesota, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Supervise students, Support learning, Collaborate teammates
Requirements Summary:High school diploma or equivalent; 60 college credits or an associate degree; Pareducator assessment; previous paraprofessional experience preferred.
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    Paraeducator - Special Education JobID: 2117
  • Position Type:
      Student Support Services/Special Education Paraprofessional

  • Date Posted:
      4/29/2026

  • Location:
      Orono High School

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    Description:  Special Education Paraeducator - Orono High School

    Job Summary: 

    • Provide supervision to students in high school special education program.
    • Support student academic needs, as well as social, emotional, and self-care needs in a variety of settings as assigned.
    • Collaborate with other paraprofessionals for the benefit of all students.
    • Help students develop life skills.

    Qualifications:

    • This is a six and a half (6.5) hour per day position for 170 days/year.
    • Previous relevant experience preferred.
    • Paraprofessionals must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job, which entails lifting, bending, and twisting in various settings.
    • Be a motivated, self-starter with the ability to handle situations with a calm demeanor.
    • A high level of compassion for students with developmental disabilities is essential.
    • Flexibility and a cooperative nature are required.

    • Requires a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).  Must also have a minimum of 60 semester credits from an institute of higher education, hold an Associate's degree, or obtain a passing score on the Pareducator assessment. 

       

    Bargaining Group and Level:  Paraeducators/Special Education Para
    COMPENSATION

    Hourly Wage: $18.94-$20.02

    INSURANCE

    • Single Health: 90% Covered by District
    • Employee + 1 Health: 75% Covered by District
    • Family Health: 75% Covered by District
    • Dental: Partial Coverage by District
    • Life insurance equal to annual wages: 100% Covered by District
    • LTD insurance: 100% Covered by District

    • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

       

    HOLIDAYS

    Holidays: 6 Paid Holiday/Year

     

    OTHER BENEFITS

    Pay Differential: $1.95/hour

    Longevity Career Increment

    Annual TSA Match: $500

     

    RETIREMENT/PENSION

    Positions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA


    Application Procedure:
    All applicants must apply online at:     http://bit.ly/oronojobs

    District Website:  www.oronoschools.org

    Contact:
    Corinna Graner, Ed.S., Director of Special Services
    952-449-8377  [email protected]
    Or
    Dr. Scott E. Alger, Executive Director of Human Resources
    952-449-8370  [email protected]