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Minneapolis Public Schools · 2 months ago

School Success Program Assistant (SSPA)- (2025-2026) Indian Education

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$31.34/hr - $37.42/hr

3+ years exp

Minneapolis Public Schools is dedicated to promoting student achievement and school attendance through collaborative efforts. The School Success Program Assistant works with administrators, staff, and community providers to develop strategies that enhance student performance and support their educational needs.

E-LearningEducationPrimary Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Work directly and collaboratively with administrators, school site staff, parents, students, and community service providers to assist in the identification and development of procedures and agreements with schools, community agencies and resources that promote improved student performance in school

Develop comprehensive and inclusive strategies to address student achievement and attendance; monitor and evaluate student academic progress; assist students in accessing appropriate educational tools which enhance basic skills; help students solve personal and family issues; refer students to MPS programs, local community resources and regional community services

Mediate conflicts and provide advocacy services for clients in their interactions with government and community agencies; investigate and resolve complaints; respond to inquiries on a wide range of questions about MPS policy, procedures, resources, processes, student evaluation, placement, programs and discipline

Work with staff to identify professional staff development needs by planning, organizing, and facilitating programs that improve staff effectiveness, and are consistent with instructional goals

Research and write grants and proposals for development and expansion of district programs that impact school success for students

Communicate with parents, students and staff to convey pertinent information while maintaining confidentiality of personal information; answer questions, and explain school rules

Qualification

Bachelor's DegreeEducational support experienceConflict resolutionGroup facilitationAdvocacy servicesResearch skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Education, Social Service, Psychology, or related field

Three years of educational support experience in an urban educational environment

Experience including group facilitation and conflict resolution

Knowledge of applicable policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment

Knowledge of public education issues, procedures, and practices that influence school engagement for youth

Knowledge of MPS policies and procedures for testing, attendance, truancy, special education, and data privacy

Knowledge of state and local rules and regulations covering legal rights of due process and fair procedures

Knowledge of principles and practices of conflict resolution and negotiation strategies

Knowledge of methods and techniques for working with students with disabilities and special needs

Benefits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

HSA & FSA

Retirement plan

Company

Minneapolis Public Schools

We are MPS. At MPS, we work every day to provide our students an inclusive education, a supportive community and lifelong learning.

Founded in 1834

Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://mpls.k12.mn.us/

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