Educational Support Assistant - Karner Blue Education Center

Karner Blue Education Center is a welcoming, vibrant school for K-8 students with emotional and behavioral disorders (EBD), autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and developmental cognitive disabilities (DCD). Our supportive environment creates a safe, comfortable space where students can learn, play, and unwind. With a strong focus on nature, we offer a calming atmosphere and incorporate outdoor-based educational practices to help students feel connected to the world around them. 

At Karner Blue, we embrace the Compassionate School model, supporting students' physical and emotional well-being through relationship-building, self-regulation, and academic and personal growth.

Your Role Will Include:

• Providing individualized instructional and behavioral support to students.
• Assisting teachers with curriculum modification and classroom activities.
• Facilitating social skills development and learning across various subjects.
• Monitoring and supporting positive student behavior.
• Implementing de-escalation strategies when needed.
• Maintaining accurate student records and reports.
• Providing appropriate physical care and assistance as required.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 or older.
• Reliable transportation and successful completion of background check.
• One of the following:
  • 60 college credits.
  • Associate degree or higher.
  • ParaPro Certification or Paraeducator Certification or complete district-provided Paraeducator training and assessment prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of experience working with individuals with special needs.
• Background as a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) or Direct Support Professional (DSP).

Salary and Benefits:

• 7 hours per day, 183 paid days per year.
• Fall 2025 - Orientation/Training August 12th. 
• Starting pay: $23/hour.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, and retirement.

Location & Shift Times:

Karner Blue Education Center, 3764 95th Avenue NE, Circle Pines, MN 55014

• Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

If you are enthusiastic, flexible, and passionate about working with children and believe you have the qualities we seek, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!