Position Type:
Support Staff/Special Education Paraprofessional
Date Posted:
9/9/2025
Location:
Districtwide
Date Available:
ASAP
Closing Date:
Open until filled
Position: Adapted Athletics Support Staff
Centennial-Spring Lake Park Schools
Start Date: ASAP
Season: Fall Soccer- September 3, 2025 to November 15th, 2025
Schedule: Monday through Thursday
Monday & Wednesday: 3:00-4:10 PM
Tuesday & Thursday: 3:00-6:00 PM (flexibility required for home vs. away games)
Position Overview
Join our team in supporting student-athletes with disabilities in our Adapted Athletics Program! We're seeking dedicated support staff to work alongside our Head Coach in creating an inclusive, positive athletic experience for all participants.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Background check clearance (required)
- Previous experience working with students with disabilities (preferred)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of positive behavioral interventions
- Knowledge and understanding of students with disabilities
- Positive attitude and enthusiasm for adaptive sports
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Flexibility and patience in dynamic environments
- Ability to provide encouragement and motivation to student-athletes
Essential Responsibilities
The essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:
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Work in partnership with the Head Coach to oversee the participation of students in the Centennial-Spring Lake Park Adapted Athletics Program
- Provide supervision of students during practice sessions, pre-game warm-ups, and games (includes bus travel for away games)
- Assist with practice setup and provide support and motivation during practice drills
- Help implement individual student behavior plans as necessary
- Support creating an inclusive, safe, and fun environment for all participants
- Assist with equipment management and field preparation as needed
Working Environment/Physical Requirements
Must be willing and able to work in the following conditions:
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Busy, noisy environments with consistent interruptions
- Physical activity, including standing, walking, and light lifting
- Travel to away games via school transportation
Compensation
Current Centennial employee: Current hourly rate
External candidate: $20 - $21.75 per hour, dependent on prior experience
Benefits:
No Benefits
Application Procedure:
Applications will be reviewed as received and qualified candidates will be interviewed until the position is filled.
Contact Information:
Jim Nienow, Adapted Athletics Head Coach
[email protected]
Centennial School District ISD12 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.