Paraeducator - Special Education Paraeducator/Student Success Coach
Job Description
Special Education Paraeducator/Student Success Coach
Location to be Determined
The Mankato School District has positions available for Special Education Paraeducators and Student Success Coaches. Positions are available in Early Learning, Elementary, Middle School, and High School sites.. Both full-time and part-time positions are available for the 2026-27 school year.
Summary of Duties:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist the special and general teachers in providing instruction to individuals or small groups of special education students in an assigned educational program; assist children with meeting the goals and objectives of their Individualized Education Plan (IEP); attend to the physical and health needs of students; monitor and report student progress regarding educational performance; perform a variety of clerical and supportive duties related to classroom activities and classroom management.
Qualifications: Candidates must meet one of the following criteria to qualify for this position:
- 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
Pay:
Starting $18.50 - $19.72 per hour (based on 2025-26 MSEA salary schedule)
Eligible Employee Benefits include:
- 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)
To apply for this position go to www.isd77.org and click on "View our open positions". Please upload transcripts with 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.