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Special Education Paraprofessional JobID: 11572 Position Type: Paraprofessionals/Special Education Date Posted: 6/22/2026 Location: Central Middle School Additional Information: Show/Hide Starting date: 2026-27 school year Hours: 6.75 Class III (starting rate $24.83 per hour) For more information please review the Administrative Professional and Paraprofessional Contract Position Description: Assist Special Education Licensed Staff with academic adaptations, self-care and social/behavioral needs for students in special education. This support may be provided in the general education classroom, special education classroom or community Qualifications: • High School diploma required. Highly Qualified Status Required. Preference for 2 year post-secondary training. • Must be flexible and willing to work in a variety of settings with a variety of students and staff. • May need to lift, pull and move a minimum of 50 pounds. • Must be willing to assist in the eating and toileting needs of students. • Must maintain data privacy and confidentiality for all students. • Computer skills preferred. Benefits: Medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, employee assistance program, and 403b (tax sheltered annuity) employer match program. Application procedure: • Apply online at https://www.wayzataschools.org/careers/application-process • Internal Applicants must complete the Internal Application Selection procedure: • Position is open only to current Administrative Professional/Paraprofessional Unit Employees through 4/14/26@ 4:00 P.M. • If this position does not fill internally, non-unit candidates will be considered. Attachment(s):PARA, SP ED STUD W DISAB.DOC Email To A Friend Print Version Openings as of 6/22/2026
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$25 – $25/yr
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Leadership
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