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MSAB Residential Educators- Intermittent

State of Minnesota

Faribault, MNTemporary$21.59/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$21.59/hr
Location
Faribault, MN
Schedule
Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Parapro AssessmentParaeducator Assessment

Job overview

State of Minnesota is hiring a MSAB Residential Educators- Intermittent. The MSAB Residential Educators- Intermittent position at the State of Minnesota involves providing substitute dormitory instruction or student management aide support at the Minnesota State Academy for the Blind (MSAB). This role contributes to the design and delivery of instructional programs for blind/visually impaired students, utilizing various techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors. The work schedule follows the school calendar, with potential for summer school program involvement.

Key focus areas include Provide substitute dormitory instruction or student management aide support at MSAB, Contribute to the design and delivery of instructional programs to blind/visually impaired students, and Provide educational instruction.

Successful candidates bring Passing Score On Valid And Reliable Formal Assessment, Parapro Assessment, and Paraeducator Assessment. Important skills include Assist With Instruction In Reading/Language, Assist With Instruction In Writing, Assist With Instruction In Mathematics, Assist With Instruction In Readiness, Read English, and Write English. Preferred (not required): Working With Blind/Visually Impaired Students.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Assist With Instruction in Reading/LanguageAssist With Instruction in WritingAssist With Instruction in MathematicsAssist With Instruction in ReadinessRead EnglishWrite EnglishUnderstand and Follow DirectionsMaintain Records and DocumentationHuman RelationsEstablish Rapport With Residential StudentsProvide Direction to Residential StudentsWorking With Blind/Visually Impaired Students

Qualifications

Passing Score on Valid and Reliable Formal AssessmentParapro AssessmentParaeducator AssessmentKnowledge or Experience Working With Students in an Educational Setting as a CaregiverLift Up to 50 Lbs With AssistanceWalk/Stand for at Least Eight HoursSuccessful Criminal Background Check Within the Past 12 Months

Full job description

Working Title: MSAB Residential Educators- Intermittent

Job Class: Human Services Technician

Agency: Mn State Academies

  • Job ID : 95591

  • Location : Faribault

  • Telework Eligible : No

  • Full/Part Time : Intermittent

  • Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

  • Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

  • Date Posted : 07/17/2026

  • Closing Date : 12/11/2026

  • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Mn State Academies / Mn State Acads-Insuff Wk Tm

  • Division/Unit : Minnesota State Academies / MSAB Dorm Intermittents

  • Work Shift/Work Hours : Evening Shift

  • Days of Work : Sunday - Thursday

  • Travel Required : No

  • Salary Range: $21.59 / hourly

  • Classified Status : Classified

  • Bargaining Unit/Union : 218 - Insufficient Work Time/Unrep

  • FLSA Status : Nonexempt

  • Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

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.

Applications received in response to this announcement will be used to fill Intermittent Human Services Technician (HST) vacancies at the MN State Academy for the Blind (MSAB) for the 2026-2027 school year.

The work schedule follows the school calendar and may include 3 weeks in July for the summer school program.

Applicants submitting resumes to this announcement will be in a pool of candidates considered throughout the school year. You will be called in on an as needed basis to fill behind current MSA employees. This position is not eligible for benefits.

  • This position provides substitute dormitory instruction or student management aide support at MSAB.

  • Under general supervision, contributes to the design and delivery of instructional programs to blind/visually impaired students.

  • Provides educational instruction and uses a variety of techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors.

Minimum Qualifications

  • A passing score on a valid and reliable formal assessment (Parapro or Paraeducator) demonstrating the knowledge and ability to assist with instruction in reading/language, writing, mathematics or readiness for each OR the ability to pass the Parapro or Paraeducator assessment within the first 6 months of hire.

  • Knowledge or experience working with students in an educational and/or dormitory setting as a caregiver.

  • Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand and follow directions and to maintain records and documentation.

  • Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with and provide direction to residential students.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience/background working with blind/visually impaired students.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs with assistance.

  • Must be able to walk/stand for at least eight hours.

Additional Requirements

  • Employment is contingent upon a successful criminal background check within the past 12 months

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.

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