Special Education Paraprofessional - New London
POSITION LOCATION: Southwest West Central Service Cooperative (SWWC), with placement at the ELC – New London located in New London, MN.
POSITION AVAILABLE: Special Education Paraprofessional
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: The Special Education Paraprofessional provides assistance to children, teachers &/or mental health professional/practitioner in providing an appropriate, safe learning environment to students enrolled in special educational programs. Some students may have challenging behaviors.
QUALIFICATIONS: - High school diploma or GED required.
- Proof of Personal Care Assistant (PCA) certification; new paraprofessional must be certified within two weeks of hire date;
- Successfully obtain CPI certification through training provided by SWWC;
- Passing score (80% or better) on SWWC Level 1 skills assessment; passing score must be obtained by the end of the introductory period to continue employment;
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Criminal background check will be conducted on successful applicant.
SALARY: Position to begin September 30, 2024. Paraprofessionals start at $19.00/hour and up, depending upon education, qualifications and experience; includes benefits. Working 6.5 hours per day with a 30-minute duty free lunch break, Monday – Friday.
APPLICATION MATERIALS: Complete online application at and include cover letter, application form, copies of licenses (if applicable), college transcripts, resume, and two letters of reference.
QUESTIONS ABOUT APPLICATION/REQUEST COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION/REQUEST AN ACCOMMODATION: Contact Kari Bailey, Staffing Coordinator at 507-828-6374 or
QUESTIONS ABOUT POSITION: Contact Kate Lieser at 320-262-5477, ext. 3315 or
DUE DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Position will remain open until filled.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the Southwest West Central Service Cooperative (SWWC) to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.#J-18808-Ljbffr