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Working Title: Special Education Program Asst

Job Class: Special Education Program Assistant

Agency: Perpich Ctr For Arts Education

• Job ID : 79857

• Location : Golden Valley

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Part-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/09/2024

• Closing Date : 09/19/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Perpich Ctr For Arts Education / Ctr for Arts Education-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : PR Center For Arts Education / Student Services

• Work Shift/Work Hours : 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $23.76 - $30.43 / hourly

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME

• Work Area : Perpich Arts High School

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

THIS IS A 10 MONTH PER YEAR POSITION - SCHEDULE IS BASED ON THE SCHOOL CALENDAR.

The position is open for bid and all qualified job seekers simultaneously. The vacancy will be filled with eligible bidders of this agency who are in the Special Education Program Assistant classification first. Other qualified applicants will be considered after the list of qualified bidders has been exhausted.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Paraprofessional academic classroom support or student management aide support. Develops, continually revises and ensures the implementation of consistent Section 504 procedures. Supports the collection and maintaining of all Section 504 data (504 plans and lists of eligible students) for reference purposes. Provides 504 student accommodation support and instructional reteaching, using a variety of techniques to encourage academic success and appropriate behaviors. Assist in the determination of instructional needs by assisting in evaluating the academic and functional levels of students through appropriate means.

Records and evaluates the effectiveness of classroom instruction to measure student progress and recommends modification of curricula through the use of data collection instruments, daily charting, periodic testing, observation of skills and behaviors, and assisting in the comparison of student progress. Perform related work as required. Perform related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.

• A minimum of one year of experience performing teaching assistant-related duties.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Knowledge of and experience with the development and implementation of consistent Section 504 procedures.

• Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand written policies and procedures and to maintain records and documentation.

• Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with and provide instruction to students.

Preferred Qualifications

• Paraprofessional experience in a school with students from different districts and backgrounds.

• CPR certification

Physical Requirements

Occasional lifting may be required.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

Successful candidate must pass employer reference checks and criminal history check

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.