Educational Support Professional - Instructional (Highly Qualified) (Temporary)

Elm Creek Elementary; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Growth opportunities

Mentorship programs

Summer opportunities

Job summary

Elm Creek Elementary in Maple Grove, MN seeks an Educational Support Professional - Instructional (Highly Qualified) for a temporary role. You will support students' academic and social-emotional needs, supervise groups, and assist with small-group instruction and data tasks.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, potential for higher education credits or an associate degree, and passing a ParaPro/ParaEducator assessment (district covers cost).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of study at an institution of higher education with 60 credits or two years of full-time enrollment.
• Associate's degree (AA/AS/AAS or higher) or equivalent.
• Passing score on ParaPro/ParaEducator/ParaPathwaysAssessment (district pays for assessment).

Responsibilities

• Support the academic and social-emotional needs of students.
• Assist administrators and instructional staff with social-emotional learning and behavior support.
• Supervise students in classroom and other areas.
• Work with students individually or in small groups instructionally.
• Assist in small group assessments and data management related to reading and math.

Job description

Educational Support Professional - Instructional (Highly Qualified) (Temporary)

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

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5912626

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

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.
• Applicants must be Highly Qualified - Applicants meet the Highly Qualified requirement if they have:
  • Two years of study at an institution of higher education; A minimum of 60 semester credits or the amount required to complete two years of full-time enrollment as determined by the institution attended OR
  • An Associate's (or higher) degree; An AA, AS, AAS, (or higher) degree OR
  • Received a passing score on the ParaPro, ParaEducator, or ParaPathwaysAssessment.
  • • The District will pay for the assessment.

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. This position will end 6/10/2027

FTE : 6 hours per day

Desired start date : 9/8/2026

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:

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]