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Paraprofessionals- MSAB

State of Minnesota • Faribault, MN • 3d ago

Working Title: Paraprofessionals - MSAB

Job Class: Special Education Program Assistant

Agency: Mn State Academies

Job ID : 88201

Location : Faribault

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Part-Time

Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 08/13/2025

Closing Date : 08/19/2025

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Mn State Academies / Mn State Academies-AFSCME

Division/Unit : Minnesota State Academies / MSAB Special Ed Prog Asst

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift (7:30am-3pm and Fri 7:30am-2pm)

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 : MSAB Education

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

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

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.

This announcement will be used to fill 2 - 36.5 hour/weekday shift vacancies in the Special Education Program Assistant (SEPA) classification at the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind.

This position is open for bid and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. The position is first open to employees of this agency who are in the Special Education Program Assistant (SEPA) classification and are eligible to bid on this job.

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

The incumbents in this position provide paraprofessional academic classroom instruction or student management aide support at the Minnesota State Academies. Contributes to the design and delivery of academic instructional programs for blind/visually impaired students. Provides educational instruction and use a variety of techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors. Perform related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

At least two years of college credits (usually 60 credits in Minnesota) through an accredited institution of higher education; or

An associate's or higher degree; or

A passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment (Parapro or Paraeducator) demonstrating the knowledge and ability to assist with instruction in reading/language, writing, mathematics or readiness for each.

Knowledge or experience working with students in an educational and/or dormitory setting as a caregiver.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of multi-challenged/blind/visually impaired students and educational practices

Experience working with blind/visually impaired students in an educational setting.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with assistance) and to be able to sit, stand and walk throughout a workday.

Additional Requirements

Employment is contingent upon a successful criminal background check within the past 12 months

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.

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