Educational Support Professional – Due Process Special Education & Clerical

Mnasa; Minnesota; On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Growth opportunities

Mentorship programs for staff

Summer opportunities

Employee benefits

Job summary

Osseo Area Schools is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to support the special education program. You will assist the teacher in classroom operations, work with students individually or in small groups, and help coordinate due process and IEP-related activities.

The role involves data collection, material preparation, and attendance at meetings under the supervision of the Special Education Coordinator. This is a school-year, part-time (5.5 hours/day) position with opportunities for

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift and attend to physical needs of students.
• Participation in district training program prior to and during employment.
• Bargaining unit: Educational Support Professionals.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate due process for the special education team.
• Assist in implementing individual education plans and managing physical/behavioral needs.
• Assist in implementing and following through of student plans in all settings.
• Collect observational data and report to supervising teacher.
• Assist in preparing, collecting and maintaining educational materials and equipment.
• Assist staffing, conferences and other meetings as requested.
• Complete educational forms, reports and student data as directed.
• Schedule IEP and referral meetings; data entry of IEPs and transportation requests.

Skills

Student support

Data collection

Communication with staff/parents

Classroom assistance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

District training program participation

Job description

Job ID: 5985976 Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Job summary

To inspire and prepare each and every student with the confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning by supporting student services in due process. Assist the special education teacher in the operation and function of the classroom, and to work with individual or small groups of students as directed by and under the supervision of the special education teacher. Facilitate due process of special education meetings and reports.

Responsibilities and tasks include

• Coordinates due process for the special education team
• Assist in the implementation of the students’ special education instructional plan(s) including physical and behavioral management. Specific duties are assigned by the supervising teacher based on students’ special needs.
• Assist in the implementation and follow through of the students’ individual plans in all settings in which the program is delivered and as assigned by the supervising teacher.
• Collect observational data about assigned student(s) in various school settings and report to supervising teacher.
• Assist in the preparation, collection and maintenance of educational materials and equipment.
• Assist staffing’s, conferences and any other special meetings as requested by supervising teacher.
• Complete educational forms, reports and other student related data relevant to the individual student(s) in the special education program as directed by the special education teacher.
• Any other duties deemed necessary by the team and approved by the Special Education Coordinator Special Education Supervisor.
• Schedule IEP and referral meetings. Data entry of IEP’s and transportation requests.

Minimum qualifications include

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Persons employed shall have the skills needed to perform tasks and work with children, staff and parents. Must have physical capability to lift and attend to physical needs of students as required.
• Participation in district training program prior to and during employment
• Bargaining unit: Educational Support Professionals

Salary: Classification 2; View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Employee Contracts page

Work schedule:Monday through Friday: School year.

FTE:5.5 hours per day

Desired start date:11/23/2026

Osseo Area Schools offers

• Meaningful and impactful work
• Opportunities to grow professionally
• A variety of benefits
• Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
• Summer opportunities
• …and more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference

If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation

If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [e-mail] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required. Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.