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Para - Behavioral Support Special Education

Chisago Lakes Schools, Saint Paul, MN, United States


Para - Behavioral Support Special Education (JobID: 2206)

Date Posted: 4/23/2026

Date Available: ASAP

Overview
The Chisago Lakes School District is located approximately 35 miles NE of downtown Minneapolis/Saint Paul. It serves 3400 students (PreK-12) across five communities and offers a rich mix of academic, fine arts, and extracurricular programs. The district includes the Chisago Lakes Education Center (CLEC), a Setting IV Special Education Facility supporting students with high behavior, academic, and personal care needs in a Setting IV environment.

Position Details

Position: Para – Behavioral Support Special Education

Location: CLEC

Hours per day: 8

Days per year: up to 178

Schedule: 2025/2026 school year – Schedule C Step F - N

Pay rate: $21.20 - $25.61 per hour

Benefits: 284 Agreement

License: Minnesota "highly qualified" special education professional; must meet relevant qualifications

Responsibilities
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who embraces a team-based mindset. Applicants should be open, honest, and direct. Candidates must be able to work in a fast-paced environment that is constantly evolving, and they must not take comments or actions personally.

Responsibilities within CLEC include providing specialized support to students with high behavior, academic, and personal care needs in a Setting IV environment. This role involves:

Developing and implementing behavior support strategies.

Working closely with teachers, parents, and support staff.

Monitoring student progress and adjusting interventions as needed.

Collaborating with the broader district and neighboring districts to provide consistent services.

Qualifications

Minnesota "highly qualified" special education professional with all requisite certifications.

Experience working with students with autism spectrum disorder, emotional/behavioral disorder, and developmental cognitive disabilities.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to remain calm in challenging situations.

Team collaborative orientation and flexibility.

Contact
Neil Schiller, Principal. Email: principalnschiller@scred.k12.mn.us

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