Educational Support Assistant - Pankalo Education Center Job at Northeast Metro ISD 916, Lake Elmo, MN

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  • Northeast Metro ISD 916
  • Lake Elmo, MN

Job Description

We're seeking patient, creative individuals who are passionate about special education and committed to creating a supportive learning environment. Experience in behavior management and ability to maintain calm in challenging situations is highly valued. Join our creative and compassionate team at Pankalo Education Center, where we serve K-8 students with emotional behavioral disorders (EBD), autism spectrum disorders (ASD), developmental cognitive disabilities (DCD), and other low-incidence disabilities. Our integrated arts approach creates an engaging, child-centered learning environment that promotes academic, social, and personal growth.

Your Role Will Include:

  • Providing individualized instructional and behavioral support to students
  • Assisting teachers with curriculum modification and classroom activities
  • Facilitating social skills development and learning across various subjects
  • Monitoring and supporting positive student behavior
  • Implementing de-escalation strategies when needed
  • Maintaining accurate student records and reports
  • Providing appropriate physical care and assistance as required

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Must be 18 or older
  • Reliable transportation and successful completion of background check
  • One of the following:
    • 60 college credits
    • Associate degree or higher
    • ParaPro Certification or Paraeducator Certification or complete district-provided Paraeducator training and assessment prior to start date

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1-3 years of experience working with individuals with special needs
  • Background as a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) or Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Salary and Benefits:

  • 7 hours per day, 183 paid days per year
  • Summer hours available
  • Starting pay: $22.75/hour
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, and retirement

Location & Shift Times:

Pankalo Education Center, 8568 Eagle Point Boulevard, Lake Elmo, MN 55042

  • Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

If you are enthusiastic, flexible, and passionate about working with children and believe you have the qualities we seek, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!


 

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work, Flexible hours, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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