Educational Support Professional - Special Education (Highly Qualified)

Zanewood Community School

Brooklyn Park (MN)

On-site

USD 16,000 - 23,000

Part time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Zanewood Community School in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, is seeking an Educational Support Professional - Special Education (Highly Qualified) to assist the special education teacher, work with individuals or small groups, and help implement instructional plans and classroom routines across settings.

This part‑time, school‑year role offers meaningful work, a 6‑hour daily schedule, and participation in district training.

Qualifications

Minimum HQ required to work as a special education paraprofessional by start date per Minnesota Department of Education.
Two years of college study (60 credits) or an associate's degree or equivalent.
Passing score on ParaPro, ParaEducator, or ParaPathwaysAssessment.

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing individualized education plans and behavioral management as assigned by supervising teacher.
Assist in implementing and following through of student plans across settings.
Collect observational data and report to supervising teacher.
Prepare, collect and maintain educational materials/equipment.
Attend staffings, conferences, and other meetings as requested by supervising teacher.
Complete educational forms and reports for individual students as directed.
Participate in district training programs before and during employment.

Skills

Student support

Behavioral management

Data collection

Materials handling

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or two years of college (60 credits)

Pass ParaPro/ParaEducator/ParaPathwaysAssessment

Job description

Educational Support Professional - Special Education (Highly Qualified)

Osseo Ind School District 279 Zanewood Community School - Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

Educational Support Professional - Special Education (Highly Qualified)

Osseo Ind School District 279 Zanewood Community School - Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5925312
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job summary: To inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning by supporting students and assisting the special education teacher in the operation and function of the classroom. To work with individual or small groups of students as assigned. Responsibilities and tasks include:

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 staffings, 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.
Participation in district training program prior to and during employment.

Minimum qualifications include:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Applicants must be considered Highly Qualified (HQ) to work as a special education paraprofessional by their start date per the Minnesota Department of Education.
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 degree (or higher); OR
- Received a passing score on the ParaPro, ParaEducator, or ParaPathwaysAssessment.
The District will pay for the assessment.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include:

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.

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 : Part Time, School Year

FTE : 6 hours per day

Desired start date :

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.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at HR@district279.org 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

Special Education > General Special Education

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