District Substitute Classroom Education Assistants

District Wide; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)

Job summary

Owatonna School District 761 in Owatonna, Minnesota seeks a Substitute Education Assistant to support classroom teachers and meet the educational needs of individual students. Responsibilities include direct student assistance, handling materials, and supervising lunchroom.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED (Associate's degree preferred); ability to lift up to 50 pounds; strong reading/writing skills; and ability to maintain confidentiality and work within district policies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Read, write, and comprehend instructions and memos.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and mobility requirements.
• Good communication with students, parents and staff; maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher to meet educational needs of students or groups.
• Directly serve students and prepare materials as needed; support lunchroom supervision.

Skills

Reading/writing

Mobility

Listening

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

District Substitute Classroom Education Assistants

Owatonna School District 761 District Wide - Owatonna, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Owatonna School District 761

Job Details

Job ID: 5829512

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Job Description

Position Description: Assist the classroom teacher with performing duties necessary to meet the educational needs of an individual or group of students. The Educational Assistant's primary focus is on directly serving students or preparing for meeting the students' needs. Maintain day-to-day dealings with staff and students. This position also supports lunchroom supervision.

Requirements: High School diploma or general education degree (GED); an Associate's degree is preferred. Read, write, and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Mobility and ability to lift and/or assist individuals who weigh up to 50 pounds. Hearing, speech, and sight are required.

Other Skills and Abilities: Present information in one-to-one and small group situations to students, parents, and/or staff. Provide a variety of suggestions for working with students in the special education setting. Maintain flexibility in day-to-day dealings with staff and students. Maintain the confidentiality of all information regarding students. Perform duties within a tight daily schedule and with an awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Rate of Pay:

$15.45 - $16.22/hour depending on assignment

• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)/Sick Leave

ISD 761 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $15.45 to $16.22 Per Hour

Substitute > Substitute

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Paige Heimerman , HR Generalist


• District Office


• Email: [e-mail]