Educational Assistant, Special Education - St. Francis Middle School - Multiple Positions

Independent School District 15; St. Francis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with district/cong

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Long Term Disability Income Insurance

Life Insurance paid for by thedistrict

PERA Pension

Employee Assistance Program

403(b) or Roth IRA

Floating Holidays

Sick Leave/ ESST

Vacation Pay

Longevity Pay

Retirement/Severance Package

Job summary

Independent School District 15 in St. Francis, MN, is seeking an Educational Assistant for the Middle School (6-8) to support students and teachers in academic and social development.

The EA will provide defined supports under the Special Education teacher, help collect progress data, and collaborate with staff to create an optimal learning environment. A strong commitment to student growth and inclusion is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma; coursework in child development preferred.
• Experience with children/young adults preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide students with defined supports from their Individualized Education Plans under the direction of the Special Education teacher.
• Collect data on student progress in the general or special education classroom under the direction of the special education teacher.
• Partner with teachers and administrators to provide the best possible educational environment for students.
• Participate in professional development opportunities throughout the school year to best serve students.

Skills

Experience with students with special/

Child development coursework

Experience with children/young adults

Education

High School Diploma

Coursework in child development

Job description

Educational Assistant, Special Education - St. Francis Middle School - Multiple Positions JobID: 7024

• Position Type: Educational Assistant/ Special Education E.A.
• Date Posted: 8/28/2026
• Location: St. Francis Middle School (6-8)
• Date Available: 09/08/2026

Overview of the Position

As an Educational Assistant (EA), you will belong to a great team that supports students and teachers in the school and classroom. An EA provides the necessary support that enables the students to succeed and grow, both academically and in their independence. We expect our EA's to be advocates and positive role models for the students and staff they work with in the school.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma. Additional coursework in child development and/or experience in working with children/young adults is preferred.

Preferred: Experience working with students with special needs

Summary of Duties

• Provide students with defined supports from their Individualized Education Plans under the direction of the Special Education teacher.
• Collect data on student progress the general or special education classroom under the direction of the special education teacher.
• Partner with teachers and administrators to provide the best possible educational environment for students.
• Participate in professional development opportunities throughout the school year to best serve students.

Positions 1,020 hours or more per year are benefit eligible

Benefits offered for this position include:

• Medical Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage or Family coverage
• Dental Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage, Employee +1 coverage, or Family coverage
• FSA Account- Flexible Spending Account
• Long Term Disability Income Insurance
• Life Insurance paid for by the district
• PERA (Pension Plan): 6.5% employee contribution and 7.5% district contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan 403(b) or Roth IRA
• Floating Holidays
• Sick Leave includes ESST
• Vacation Pay
• Longevity Pay
• Retirement/Severance Package with Medical & Dental benefits offerings

The policy of the schooldistrict is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.