Career Opportunities

Below are the current open positions for Hinckley Finlayson School district. Select the plus to see more details related to each job.

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Early Learning Corp

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Bus Para-Professionals

Hinckley-Finlayson Schools are looking for bus para-professionals for the 2025-26 school year. The applicant hired for this position will work with students who have academic or behavioral needs. Required qualifications include a 2-year college degree OR the ability to successfully pass the ParaPro Assessment. The Parapro test can be taken here and ISD2165 will reimburse for this testing fee after a 90 day probationary period. The starting wage would be $18.57 an hour,with the potential to go up from there, depending on school experience.

Application materials would include a cover letter, a resume, transcripts and two letters of recommendation. Please submit to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.

Please contact Bruce Beckman, Transportation Supervisor, at brucebeckman@isd2165.org if you have additional questions.

Para-Professionals - PCTP

Hinckley-Finlayson High School and the Pine County Transition Program are looking for TWO paraprofessionals for this program for the 2025-26 school year.

This position will work with students in our special education transition program with our 18 – 22 year old students. This position supervises students in the community at volunteer worksites as well as provides academic support in the classroom. This position is 5.5 hours/day from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Monday through Friday. The starting salary for this position is $18.57 an hour.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Principal and guidance of the Special Education Teacher, the Special Education Paraprofessional represents a broad grouping of varied positions providing instructional support, personal care and assistance to young adults in various programs and having varied special needs.

Paras assigned to the Pine County Transition Program are expected to work with groups of students or 1:1 in the areas of instructional reinforcement and student learning assistance. Depending upon student needs, responsibilities and duties may involve assisting and guiding students in the reinforcement of transition skill subjects, daily living skills, implementing behavioral plans and/or monitoring and enforcing appropriate behavior in accordance with instructional lesson plans and student IEPs. Staff assigned to this role also provide assistance and support in terms of implementing curriculum to the special needs of each student by clearly repeating directions at the level the student understands, encouraging cooperation in classroom activities, communicating expectations, and modifying tasks into smaller steps, and assisting students with mobility, adaptive, or other special needs. Lifting and assisting with personal care routines may also be required.

Application materials will consist of a cover letter, resume and 2 letters of recommendation. A two year degree is required, but passing the Parapro test is also an option. The Parapro test can be taken here and ISD2165 will reimburse for this testing fee after a 90 day probationary period. Please send application materials to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.

Posting open until February 2, 2026

Para-Professional - High School

Hinckley-Finlayson High School is looking for TWO Para-Professionals. The position involves attending classes with the student and providing both homework support as well as some behavioral support. This position is 6.25 hours a day (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday). The position is 5.25 hours a day on Wednesdays due to early release. The starting salary for this position is $18.57 an hour.

Application materials will consist of a cover letter, resume, transcripts and 2 letters of recommendation. A two year degree is required, but passing the Parapro test is also an option. The Parapro test can be taken here and we will reimburse for this testing fee after a 90 day probationary period. Application materials can be emailed to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org. Posting open until January 14, 2026

Sub Custodian and Food Service Worker

Have extra hours on your hands? Hinckley-Finlayson Schools are in need of sub custodian and food service workers. Please consider this opportunity. Want more information? Please reach out to Julie at 320 384 6277 OR julie.nelson@isd2165.org.

Type 3 Transportation Para-Professionals

Hinckley-Finlayson Schools are looking for Type 3 Transportation Para-Professionals for the 2025-26 school year that would accompany PCTP students on routes to and from school. The applicant hired for this position will work with students who have academic or behavioral needs. The starting wage would be $18.57 an hour.

Application materials would include a cover letter, a resume, transcripts and two letters of recommendation. Please submit to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org. Applications can also be picked up in the District Office.

Please contact Bruce Beckman, Transportation Supervisor, at brucebeckman@isd2165.org or Joe Lattimore, High School Principal, at jlattimore@isd2165.org if you have additional questions.

Para-Professional - Hinckley Elementary

Hinckley Elementary School is seeking a para-professional for the 2025-26 school year. The applicant hired for this position will work with students who have academic or behavioral needs. Candidates should have strong communication skills, be willing to work collaboratively within a team and be able to think on their toes. Required qualifications include a 2-year college degree OR the ability to successfully pass the ParaPro Assessment. The Parapro test can be taken here and ISD2165 will reimburse for this testing fee after a 90 day probationary period. Experience working with young children and/or with students who have some needs is preferred. The starting wage would be $18.57 an hour,with the potential to go up from there, depending on school experience. The hours for the position are 6.25 hours a day (Wednesday is 5.25 hours) and the position is needed 5 days a week. Posting open until February 27, 2026.

Application materials would include a cover letter, a resume, transcripts and two letters of recommendation. Please submit to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org.

Please contact Bonnie Scullard, HES Principal, at bscullard@isd2165.org if you have additional questions.

Transportation

Transportation Mechanic

Hinckley-Finlayson School District is seeking a district wide Transportation Mechanic to maintain our bus and type 3 fleets.

Applicant Requirements:

Must be 18 years or older and have a valid MN driver’s license.
Possess or be willing to obtain a MN Class B CDL with school bus and passenger endorsements (to be obtained within 6 months of being hired).

Applicant Responsibilities:

Inspect/ diagnose mechanical and electrical problems.
Knowledge of diagnostic equipment and extent of necessary repairs.
Prioritize work and perform minor body repairs.
Provide your own tools.
Ability to understand local, state and federal vehicle maintenance DOT regulations.
Ability to work/ communicate cooperatively and professionally with coworkers.
Ability to work independently or as a team.
Perform roadside services as needed.
Work well with various different vendors.
Assist in finding/ ordering district vehicles.
Drive bus route as needed.

Working Conditions:

Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs including brake drums, tires, ladders and floor jacks, etc. when necessary.
Crawl under vehicles.
Perform roadside services as needed.

Pay/ Benefits:

This position is full time and year around. Pay begins at $60,000 per year and can increase with experience. Benefits include sick time, vacation time, holiday pay as well as health, dental and life insurance. Retirement including 403(b) opportunities also available. Please see the Support Staff Agreement.

Application materials would include a cover letter, resume and two letters of recommendation. Paper applications are also available. Please submit to Julie Nelson, HR, at julie.nelson@isd2165.org. Please contact Transportation Supervisor, Bruce Beckman, at 320-384-0434 or brucebeckman@isd2165.org with any questions. Posting open until filled.

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