Health and Wellness Paraeducator

- Position Type:
Support Staff/Special Education Health & Wellness - Date Posted:
10/7/2026 - Location:
SUN - Closing Date:
10/17/26, or until filled - Student Care & Physical Support:
- Assist with personal care needs, including feeding, dressing, and restroom support.
- Support student transportation and mobility throughout the school day.
- Help manage student medication needs under the guidance and delegation of the School Nurse.
- Behavioral & Instructional Support:
- Utilize evidence-based interventions to foster independence and active school participation.
- Provide behavioral support and de-escalation as needed.
- Community & Post-Secondary Transition:
- Support students in developing post-high school, job, and employment skills.
- Guide and assist students during community-based service learning and outings.
- General Supervision:
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervising teacher or school principal.
- Compassionate and comfortable providing personal care
- Able to perform physical aspects of the position safely
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred
- Highly Qualified:
- 60-semester credits (or two years full-time at an institute of higher education)
- or an Associate's degree (AA, AS, AAS)
- or must pass the Paraeducator assessment before the first day of employment
- Physical Screening: Must pass a job-related physical screening.
- Background Check: Must pass a comprehensive criminal background check.
- Public Employer's Retirement Association (PERA) Retirement Pension
- 403(b) Retirement Matching Program
- Medical Coverage
- Fully Paid Life Insurance
- Fully Paid Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Paid Sick Leave, Personal Leave
- Emergency Leave and Holidays
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Resume
- College transcripts or Previous Paraeducator Assessment/Para Pro certification
| Health and Wellness Paraeducator | JobID: 4867 |
Health & Wellness Paraeducators
SUN
The Mankato School District has 2 full-time positions available for Health & Wellness Paraeducators at SUN beginning as soon as possible.
School hours are 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Summary of Duties:
Under the supervision of a classroom teacher, the Health & Wellness Paraeducator promotes student independence and meaningful participation using evidence-based interventions for students with significant cognitive, developmental, physical, behavioral, and communication needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Ideal Candidates
Requirements:
Candidates must meet one of the following criteria to qualify for this position:
Pre-Employment Requirements
All final candidates must successfully complete the following prior to employment:
Pay:
Starting at $21.55 - up to $22.61 per hour (Based on experience in a public school setting).
Eligible Employee Benefits include: Effective on Day 1 for employees working 30+ hours per week.
Application Deadline:
October 17, 2026, or until filled.
To apply for this position go to www.isd77.org and click on "View our open positions". PLEASE UPLOAD THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION TO YOUR APPLICATION:
This position will be filled on the basis of experience, competency, and qualifications of the applicant and the needs of the District. District 77 complies with state and federal fair employment regulations.
For further information, call Student Support Services at 507-387-1818.