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Start Your Online Application Now Date of Availability: As soon as filled Date Closing: Open until filled High School Paraprofessional ? Special Education Aitkin School District #1 Aitkin School District #1 is seeking a High School Paraprofessional to join our Special Education Department. This role involves working with students across a variety of ability levels and collaborating closely with special services team members. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to ensuring that students with special needs and emotional disabilities receive a high-quality education aligned with their individualized goals and state standards. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent required Two (2) or more years of post-secondary education OR successful completion of the ParaPro assessment (willingness to take and pass the assessment if not already completed) Ability to support and implement student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) Strong communication and collaboration skills Commitment to student growth, achievement, and success Job Summary Collaborate with teaching staff to support the growth and development of students with diverse disabilities Participate actively in regular paraprofessional meetings Document and collect data to monitor student progress and IEP goals Communicate regularly with teachers, colleagues, and administrators using a variety of technology platforms Support students in maintaining high standards for academic achievement, including homework and classroom learning activities Application Process Please submit the following via AppliTrack: Cover letter Resume Credentials Three (3) reference letters Applicants must complete an online application by visiting our district website at www.isd1.org ? District ? Employment Opportunities ? Current Openings & Online Application. About Aitkin Public Schools The mission of Aitkin Public Schools is to empower students to be lifelong learners and productive citizens by fostering high expectations and achievement in a safe and welcoming environment. Our district serves a large portion of Aitkin County in northern Minnesota. The city of Aitkin offers a welcoming, small-town atmosphere while being conveniently close to larger communities. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound, with more than 365 lakes, the Mississippi and Ripple Rivers, and numerous scenic trails for hiking, snowmobiling, and ATV riding. The area also offers outstanding golf courses, family-friendly parks, and year-round recreational activities. Aitkin is home to Riverwood Healthcare Center, featuring over 60 physicians, specialists, and surgeons, as well as the Aitkin County seat. Located just 15 miles north of Mille Lacs Lake, Aitkin provides a high quality of life in a vibrant community. Why just visit Aitkin when you can live and work here year-round? WE ARE ISD1! Aitkin Public Schools uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online