Position Type:
Para-Professional/EA/Education Assistant

Date Posted:
4/30/2019

Location:
District Service Center (Plymouth)

Hourly Range: $16.29 - $24.36 per hour (2019-2020 salary subject to change pending contract negotiations)

Start Date: Ongoing need

Work Week: 35-40 Hours per week

**Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. Invitations for interviews will be emailed. Education Assistant first round interviews will take place at the District Service Center weekly.

DESCRIPTION:
Intermediate District 287 is seeking qualified candidates for Education Assistant positions in the South Metro area (Minnetonka, Richfield).

South Education Center, Richfield
West Education Center, Minnetonka

This class is accountable for assisting licensed staff with direct instructional support and the general supervision and management of students.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or a general education development (GED) certificate

General Experience: Two (2) years of full-time employment or equivalent working with individuals in an environment that provides broad familiarity with and understanding of the physical and emotional behaviors and challenges of children with exceptional needs.

Substitution Allowed for the General Experience: College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years. OR The successful completion of the ETS Parapro Assessment prior to the date of hire. AND In addition to the above substitutions, individuals are required to have some experience, either voluntary or paid, working with individuals in an environment that provides broad familiarity with and understanding of the physical and emotional behaviors and challenges of individuals with exceptional needs (this experience must be described on the application).

Substitutions Allowed:

College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling six (6) months of experience to a maximum of two (2) years.

Learn More About 287!
Who are We: Intermediate Districts- Challenge & Solution (Click to watch!)
Top 7 Reasons to Work for District 287!

1. 3-Year Top Workplace in the Twin Cities
2. Award Winning Staff
3. Competitive Salary & Excellent Benefits
4. Staff Support & Growth Program
5. Strong Value of Diversity
6. Culture of Innovation & Collaboration
7. Strategic Plan that Emphasizes Student Outcomes, Equity & Communication

Email: hr@district287.org
District Web Site: http://www.district287.org/
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