Instructional Assistant - Andover, Minnesota

Join an educational environment that values collaboration and meaningful support for students with special needs. This unique contract opportunity focuses on serving as a Special Education Evaluation Team Paraprofessional, where your organization and communication skills will directly contribute to student progress—without working in a traditional classroom setting. Based out of the ESC in Champlin, MN, you will travel to schools within Champlin, interacting with special education staff and playing a vital role in the evaluation process.

In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with special education teams to complete student evaluations
• Assist with student files, testing protocols, and observation write-ups
• Manage and purge files back to school buildings
• Handle a high volume of documentation efficiently and accurately
• Work independently, adapting to a fast-paced workload

To be considered, candidates must:

• Be officially Highly Qualified prior to presentation (one of the following is required):
  • Pass the MN Board Highly Qualified Para Exam
  • Have 60 or more college credits (official transcripts required; diploma/degree will not suffice)
• Submit both a current resume and official highly qualified documentation for consideration
• Demonstrate strong self-direction and reliability
• Thrive managing multiple tasks and detailed records
• Bring prior paraprofessional experience in school settings, especially with special education, is preferred

This position offers consistent weekday hours: 32.5 hours/week, Monday–Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch, allowing for a stable work schedule.

Enjoy competitive compensation at $20/hr while making a meaningful impact in special education. There is also the opportunity for direct hire placement after meeting contracting requirements.

Step into a role where your organizational skills and passion for education will shine. If you meet the highly qualified criteria and are committed to supporting special education efforts, submit your resume and required credential today to be considered!