Substitute - Educational Associate Special Education

Edina Public Schools, home of the Hornets, is a dynamic learning community delivering educational excellence and preparing all students to realize their full potential. Through academics, activities, and opportunities, we encourage creativity, foster curiosity, and develop critical thinking skills. We support every student's educational journey by creating a caring and inclusive school culture that supports the whole student. Our vision is for each and every student to discover their possibilities and thrive. More than 8,500 diverse student learners are provided an exceptional education experience throughout the district's early learning center, six elementary schools (K- Grade 5) including both French and Spanish Immersion programs, two middle schools (Grades 6-8), a high school (9-12), and the Edina Virtual Pathway online program.

Substitute - Educational Associate Special Education
Location: Countryside Elementary | Status: Non-Exempt | Schedule: 30 Hours/Week (M�F) | Days: Student contact days only

Position Summary:

With the focus to support and advance the Edina Public Schools' mission, vision, and core values, the Educational Associate for Special Education assists teachers and supports students with academic, social, motor, behavioral, health, life skills, and other functional tasks. Educational Associates for Special Education work one-on-one and with small groups of students in the areas of instructional reinforcement and student support and learning assistance.

Qualifications:

At least two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education (a minimum of sixty (60) semester credits), or a passing score on the ParaPro assessment.

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary Range: The hourly wage for this position is $23.00 per hour.

This is a temporary/casual position. Eligible employees will participate in the state's largest pension program, the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA).

Leave benefits will be applied in accordance with Minnesota law.

How to Apply:

Please apply online at www.edinaschools.org/careers. Your application packet must include: ISD 273 Application, Letter of Introduction, Current Resume, Professional Reference, Educational Transcript(s)

Closing Date: Open until filled

Additional information can be found on the school district's website at: https://www.edinaschools.org/abouteps/departments/human-resources.

All job offers from Edina Public Schools are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 273 School Board approval.

Edina Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.