Educational Support Professional - EL

Osseo Ind School District 279; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Osseo Ind School District 279 North View Middle School in Brooklyn Park, MN seeks an Educational Support Professional (EL) to assist English Language learners and classroom activities.

You will help with instructional and operational tasks, prepare materials, and support students and teachers throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: Demonstrate ability to work with students.
• Preferred: Computer and word processing experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate audiovisual equipment and PE/art supplies.
• Work with students individually or in small groups on academic, motor or social skills.
• Assist in large group activities/projects such as art, PE, dramatics.
• Seek out instructional materials to assist with students with learning problems.
• Type worksheets and tests; duplicate and assemble materials.
• Correct tests and record results in grade books.
• Perform other duties as assigned by principal or designee.

Skills

Student interaction

Computer basics

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Audiovisual equipment

Job description

Osseo Ind School District 279 North View Middle School - Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

Job Description

Job summary : To inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage and confidence to achieve their dreams, contribute to community, and engage in a lifetime of learning by assisting EL teaching staff with instructional and operational tasks, working directly and indirectly with students.

Responsibilities and tasks include:

• Assist in general classroom operational procedures such as setting up and operating audiovisual equipment, setting up physical education equipment, preparing and setting up art supplies.
• Work directly with students individually or in small groups on academic and motor or social skills, e.g., math, science, English, color recognition, decision making, self-esteem building, etc.
• Assist students and teachers in large group activities/projects such as art, physical education, dramatics.
• Seek out special instructional materials to assist with students having particular learning problems, e.g., separate math skill worksheet, not a part of teacher's curriculum.
• Type worksheets, tests, or various instructional material; duplicate and assemble.
• Correct tests via computer. Record results in grade books.
• Perform other duties as assigned by principal or designee.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Demonstrate ability to work with students.
• Computer and word processing experience helpful.

Bargaining unit : Educational Support Professionals

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

Work schedule :Monday through Friday: School Year

Osseo Area Schools offers:

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

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

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.

Educational Support Professional - EL

Osseo Ind School District 279 North View Middle School - Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Osseo Area Schools - District 279

Job Details

Job ID: 5982880
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 04, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Nov 9, 2026

Job Description

Job summary : To inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage and confidence to achieve their dreams, contribute to community, and engage in a lifetime of learning by assisting EL teaching staff with instructional and operational tasks, working directly and indirectly with students.

Responsibilities and tasks include:

• Assist in general classroom operational procedures such as setting up and operating audiovisual equipment, setting up physical education equipment, preparing and setting up art supplies.
• Work directly with students individually or in small groups on academic and motor or social skills, e.g., math, science, English, color recognition, decision making, self-esteem building, etc.
• Assist students and teachers in large group activities/projects such as art, physical education, dramatics.
• Seek out special instructional materials to assist with students having particular learning problems, e.g., separate math skill worksheet, not a part of teacher's curriculum.
• Type worksheets, tests, or various instructional material; duplicate and assemble.
• Correct tests via computer. Record results in grade books.
• Perform other duties as assigned by principal or designee.

Minimum qualifications include:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Demonstrate ability to work with students.
• Computer and word processing experience helpful.

Bargaining unit : Educational Support Professionals

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

Work schedule :Monday through Friday: School Year

FTE :6 hours per day

Desired start date :11/9/2026

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.

Position Type: Part-Time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Contact HR or the Site with any questions regarding the position
• Email: [e-mail]