• Paraprofessional Supervisor-MSAD

    State of Minnesota (Faribault, MN)


    Working Title: Paraprofessional Supervisor-MSAD

     

    Job Class: State Program Administrator, Supervisor

    Agency: MN State Academies

    + **Job ID** : 87551

    + **Location** : Faribault

    + **Telework Eligible** : No

    + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

    + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

    + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

    + **Date Posted** : 07/15/2025

    + **Closing Date** : 07/29/2025

    + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Mn State Academies / Mn State Academies-MMA

    + **Division/Unit** : Minnesota State Academies / MSA Administration

    + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift (7:30am-4:00pm)

    + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

    + **Travel Required** : No

    + **Salary Range:** $26.84 - $38.96 / hourly

    + **Classified Status** : Classified

    + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA

    + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive

    + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

     

    The work you'll do is more than just a job.

     

    At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

     

    The purpose of this position is to assist the Campus Director at the Minnesota State Academy for the Deaf so that a quality education program is available to enrolled students who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, or deafblind, from birth to 22, including supports for individual students, coordination and communication between departments, and organization of special activities/events.

     

    This position also supervises, manages, and directs the special education program assistants (Paraprofessionals) so that special education needs of students are met, including substitute coverage, schedule changes, and other needs of the program.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Completion of a post-secondary program in education, educational leadership, or a related field

    + At least two years of documented supervisory experience

    + Demonstrates the ability to provide training and support for other employees related to student needs and supports. Able to provide training individually or in small/large groups.

    + Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel required.

    + Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential. Must be detail oriented, organized, and capable of working independently as well as collaborating with outside agencies, schools, and company representatives.

    + Strong relationship-building skills - able to relate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and parents/families. Possess the ability to effectively communicate.

    + Able to multi-task and work in a demanding and sometimes stressful work environment

    + Advanced ASL skills

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s Degree in education, education leadership, or a related field

    + 3 or more years of supervisory experience.

    + Experience in the classrooms, supporting students’ learning and behavior needs.

    + Experience with union contracts and human resources procedures/policies.

    Physical Requirements

    + Ability to sit and stand throughout the day

    + Ability to lift 50 pounds with assistance

    Additional Requirements

    + Successful completion of a Criminal background check within the past 12 months.

    + Ability to obtain required ASL and/or Braille certification (classes held on campus)

    + Employees driving on MSA business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MSA’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

    AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

     

    Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.