University Instructors, LLC is seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to lead, change, and inspire students in the Minneapolis area.

Successful applicants will be able to:

• Work under the direction of a teacher/administrator to assist students individually or in groups and help present or reinforce learning concepts.
• Support students in the behavior/skills room. Assist students who may be in distress, and help foster and reinforce positive social, emotional, and behavioral skills.
• Help prepare and maintain student records and reports, media inventory, filing and supporting various technology resources.
• Supervise student areas including hallways, classrooms, playgrounds, pickup/drop off and the lunchroom.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Work Conditions:

Duties are primarily performed within a school setting. Physical requirements include frequent standing, sitting, walking, and lifting. The role often requires getting up and down from the floor or low seating, assisting students with mobility, and occasionally running or moving quickly to ensure student safety. Additional physical tasks may include helping students with transfers, positioning, toileting, or use of adaptive equipment, as well as supporting students during physical activities or transitions between classrooms. Some assignments are subject to strict deadlines, especially when adapting and delivering programs to meet the needs of diverse student groups. The position involves regular interaction with students and parents who may be experiencing heightened emotional states. Employees are expected to use de-escalation techniques, maintain a calm and supportive demeanor, and implement behavior intervention strategies as needed to ensure a safe and positive environment. Students may exhibit behavioral challenges, including verbal outbursts or physical behaviors such as hitting, kicking, biting, eloping, or throwing objects. Employees must be prepared to respond appropriately to these situations, following established safety protocols and behavior management plans. Employees may be required to provide both emergency and non-emergency health-related services to students, including basic first aid, assisting with prescribed medical procedures, or responding to health emergencies according to school protocols.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Candidates must meet one of the following: Possess an associate or bachelor’s degree. OR Complete at least 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours from a regionally accredited institution of higher education. OR Pass the Parapro exam with a score of 460 or above. (Documentation required).
• Candidates must demonstrate good communication, interpersonal and recordkeeping skills.
• Candidates must be able to work with technology and computers.
• Candidates must be willing to work cooperatively with students and staff.
• Candidates must be willing to take direction/coaching.
• Candidates must maintain regular attendance, which includes completing the assigned workday.
• Candidates must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Candidates must be able to perform position responsibilities including physical factors, work devices and materials handling, data functions, and people functions.

 Payrate is based on Highest Level of Education Completed. $20-$22 | Monday–Friday | Daytime schedule

University Instructors, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.