Classroom Educational Assistant

Washington Elementary School; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Sick and Safe Time

1 personal leave day/ school year

Job summary

Washington Elementary School in Owatonna, MN is seeking a Classroom Educational Assistant to support the classroom teacher and direct services to K-5 students. The role emphasizes reinforcing reading and math skills, social-emotional learning, and lunch supervision.

Ideal candidates hold a High School diploma, prefer an associates/technical degree, and bring a growth mindset with reliability and equity awareness. Position is part-time with a daily schedule from 8:15 to 2:30.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Associates/Technical degree preferred.
• Growth mindset and flexibility as a professional.
• Strong equity lens; ensure all kids learn at high levels.
• Ability to build strong relationships with students, staff and stakeholders.
• Awareness of District requirements and Board of Education policies.
• Consistent and reliable attendance.
• Bilingual candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce reading and math skills through small-group work.
• Support and develop a positive learning environment for K-5 students.
• Supervise K-5 lunches and supervise students during planned activities.

Skills

Growth mindset

Flexibility

Equity lens

Strong relationships

District requirements

Attendance

Bilingual preferred

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associates/Technical degree

Job description

Owatonna School District 761 Washington Elementary School - Owatonna, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

Classroom Educational Assistant

Owatonna School District 761 Washington Elementary School - Owatonna, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Owatonna School District 761

Job Details

Job ID: 5952208

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 2, 2026

Job Description

Position Description: The Classroom Educational Assistant assists the classroom teacher and other building staff with performing duties necessary to meet the educational needs of every student. The Educational Assistant's primary focus is on directly serving K-5 students by reinforcing skills through reading and math groups, reinforcing social‑emotional skills, and supervising K-5 lunches. Ideal candidates will believe and ensure their role is to support and develop a high‑quality learning environment focused on each and every student.

Position Requirements: High School diploma/GED required. Associates/Technical degree preferred.

Other Skills & Abilities: Candidate will have a growth mindset, focused on flexibility and growth as a professional, as well as with students. Candidate will have a strong equity lens, believing and ensuring all kids learn at high levels. Candidate will build strong, impactful professional relationships with students, staff, and other school stakeholders. Candidate will have an awareness of all District requirements and Board of Education policies. Consistent and reliable attendance is required. Bilingual candidates are preferred.

Hours: 5.75 hours/day

8:15-2:30

Rate of Pay: B-2-1 $18.64 - $22.44/hour depending on experience.

Benefits offered for this position are as listed __Educational AssistantPart-Time:

• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)/Sick Leave
• 1 personal leave day/ school year

ISD761 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $18.64 to $22.44 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Elizabeth Zeman , Principal
• Washington Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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