Working Title: MSAB Paraprofessional - IntermittentJob Class: Special Education Program AssistantAgency: Mn State Academies
Job ID : 80496
Location : Faribault
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Intermittent
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/25/2024
Closing Date : 03/25/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Mn State Academies / Mn State Acads-Insuff Wk Tm
Division/Unit : Minnesota State Academies / MSAB Intermittent Staff
Work Shift/Work Hours : Evening Shift
Days of Work : Sunday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $23.76 - $30.43 / hourly
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep
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.Applications received in response to this announcement will be used fill substitute Special Education Program Assistant (SEPA) vacancies at the MN State Academy for the Blind.Applicants submitting resumes to this announcement will be in a pool of candidates considered throughout the school year for substitute SEPA positions as they become available. Substitutes are called in on an as needed basis to fill behind absent staff. This position is not benefit eligible.This position provides substitute paraprofessional academic classroom instruction or student management aide support at the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind.
Under general supervision, contributes to the design and delivery of academic instructional programs to blind/visually impaired students. Provides educational instruction and uses a variety of techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge or experience working with students in an educational and/or dormitory setting as a caregiver.
Skill in writing basic reports, using arithmetic, and reading and interpreting charts and graphs
Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand written policies and procedures and education plans and to maintain records and documentation.
Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with and provide instruction to students
Ability to perform emergency procedures and personal safety techniques.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with blind/visually impaired students in an educational setting.
Knowledge of data practices as it relates to work in the social/human services field.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (with assistance) and to be able to sit, stand and walk throughout a workday.
Additional RequirementsThis position requires successful completion of the following:
Employment is contingent upon criminal background check results.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota 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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