Program Management Support Para - SUN

Paraprofessionals in the SUN Program
Thank you for your interest in becoming a paraprofessional at Bloomington Public Schools. Paras play an important role in providing behavioral and academic support to students and are often the first go-to person for students during the day.

Location and Effective Date
Olson Middle School

Effective Date: 8/25/2026

Salary
Class III ranging from $23.06 - $27.15 per hour. Wage placement based on similar experience.

Hours
6.2 hours per day (Approx. 7:55 am - 2:37 pm), 5 days per week, 180 days per year.

Required Education

High School Diploma

60 credits post‑secondary education or a passing score on the Para Pro Exam

PCA Certification (or the ability to obtain)

Physical Requirements

Must have ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Must have ability to push/pull equipment including standers, wheelchairs, etc

Must have ability to repetitively reach overhead

Must have ability to transfer to/from floor

Must have ability to kneel

Required Experience
Successful experiences working with special education students in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with licensed and other staff to assist students with academic, behavioral/social/emotional, instruction, and daily living skills.

Assist in implementation of assigned tasks including instruction and assisting students academically

Monitor student's skills of independence and implementation of classroom or individual behavior management programs

Assist with daily living activities

Communicate student's progress with case managers

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