Educational Support Professional - Instructional

Basswood Elementary; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Basswood Elementary in Maple Grove, Minnesota is seeking an Educational Support Professional - Instructional to assist teaching staff with classroom instructional support and to help students build confidence and lifelong learning habits. This role focuses on supporting both academic and social-emotional needs while collaborating with school leadership.

The position involves supervising students, supporting small-group instruction, and assisting with data related to reading and math.

Qualifications

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Support the academic and social-emotional needs of students.
• Assist the Principal, School Counselors, and Instructional Assistants with social-emotional learning and behavior support to individual students.
• Supervise students in large group situations in classroom and other areas of the building or small groups.
• Work with students individually or in small groups instructionally.
• Assist in small group assessments and data management as it relates to student work in reading and math.
• Perform functions associated with classroom protocols.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Educational Support Professional - Instructional

Osseo Ind School District 279 Basswood Elementary - Maple Grove, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

• Job ID: 5896585
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Aug 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Sep 8, 2026

Job Description

Job summary: To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage and confidence to achieve their dreams, contribute to community, and engage in a lifetime of learning by assisting teaching staff and student with instructional support in the classroom.

Responsibilities and tasks include:

• Support the academic and social-emotional needs of students.
• Assist the Principal, School Counselors, and Instructional Assistants with social-emotional learning and behavior support to individual students.
• Supervise students in large group situations in classroom and other areas of the building or small groups.
• Work with students individually or in small groups instructionally.
• Assist in small group assessments and data management as it relates to student work in the areas of reading and math.
• Perform functions associated with classroom protocols.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications include:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred qualifications include:

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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 - Friday

FTE : 3.5 hours per day

Desired start date : September 8, 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:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required