Associate Educator/Paraprofessional (2026-2027)
Partnership Academy
Location
Richfield, Minnesota
Salary
$18 - $24 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Associate Educator works with individual and small groups of students to implement lessons in reading, writing, and math while maintaining a positive classroom culture. They are also responsible for facilitating lunch and recess duty and collecting data on student growth.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold an Associate of Arts degree, 60 college credits, or have passed the Parapro examination. Experience working with preschool, elementary, or middle school students is preferred.
Job description
Position
- Associate
- Educator, full-time
- School:
- Partnership
- Academy
- Compensation: Hourly, $19.70-$25.00/hour depending on experience, plus competitive benefits
- Dates: August 2026 for 2026-2027 school year and beyond
Mission
Partnership Academy’s mission is to create learning experiences and partnerships that empower students to achieve their greatest potential in order to be positive contributors in their community.
Vision
To be an innovative school that prepares students for a successful future.
About
Partnership Academy is a public charter school located in Richfield. The school provides exceptional learning opportunities for students in preschool to 8th grade who live in Richfield and the neighboring communities of Bloomington and south Minneapolis. PA students benefit from data-driven instruction, a well-developed English Learner program, high-interest specials classes, and an After School Program. The PA community takes great pride in its recent academic successes, students’ service work, and the school’s partnerships with various organizations and individuals – all of which help to make PA exceptional. Learn more about the good things happening at PA by visiting the school’s website, www.paschool.org.
Job Description
The Associate Educator (AE): Works with an individual student and small groups of students to implement lessons or practice in reading, writing, and math in person Effectively motivates students to complete work and progress in their learning toward learning goals Facilitates lunch and recess duty Maintains a positive classroom culture by working effectively with students and staff of all backgrounds Supports the development of English language development, positive behaviors and social/emotional skills, in accordance with students' learning plans. Provides positive reinforcement and helps students build independence. Collaborates effectively with a variety of colleagues. Effectively collects and maintains evidence of student growth and other data.
Qualifications
Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree or higher OR high school diploma/G.E.D with at least 60 college credits OR successful completion of Parapro examination (Required) Experience working with preschool, elementary, or middle school students (Preferred) Can independently lead small groups and will be flexible and adaptive in problem solving to meet students' needs (Preferred) Excellent communication skills and will collaborate effectively (Preferred)
Commitment to Equity
Partnership Academy is committed to equity and diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve as outlined in our Values in Action and Racial Equity in Educational Achievement Policy. Partnership Academy is an equal opportunity employer and does not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits
