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Guiding Principles for Minnesota Paraprofessionals

  • Paraprofessionals are respected and supported as integral team members responsible for assisting in the delivery of instruction and other student related activities.
  • The entire instructional team participates within clearly defined roles in a dynamic changing environment to provide an appropriate educational program for students.
  • To ensure quality education and safety for students and staff, paraprofessionals are provided with a district orientation and training prior to assuming those responsibilities.
  • Teachers and others responsible for the work of paraprofessionals have the skills necessary to work effectively with paraprofessionals.
  • By recognizing paraprofessionals' training, responsibilities, experience, and skill levels, they are placed in positions for which they are qualified, which effectively and efficiently use their skills to enhance the continuity and quality of services for students.
  • Administrators exercise leadership by recognizing paraprofessionals as educational partners.
 
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