Educational Support Professional - Special Education (Highly Qualified)

Palmer Lake Elementary; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Palmer Lake Elementary in Brooklyn Park, MN, seeks an Educational Support Professional - Special Education (HQ) to assist the special education teacher in the operation and function of the classroom. You will work with individuals or small groups as assigned and help implement instructional plans and behavioral management.

The role requires HQ by start date, two years of college, an associate degree or ParaPro/ParaEducator credentials, and includes data collection, material prep, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• HQ status by start date per Minnesota Department of Education.
• Meets HQ requirement via college credits, degree, or ParaPro assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing individual education plans and manage student needs.
• Support in all settings where the program is delivered as assigned.
• Collect observational data and report to supervising teacher.
• Help prepare, collect, and maintain educational materials and equipment.
• Support staffings, conferences, and other meetings as requested.
• Complete forms and data related to students in the program.
• Participate in district training programs before and during employment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the team.

Skills

Paraprofessional support

Assist students with SED plans

Data collection & reporting

Classroom materials preparation

Physical ability to assist students

Education

Two years of college study (60 credits)

Associate's degree or higher

Passing score on ParaPro / ParaEducator / ParaPathways

Job description

Educational Support Professional - Special Education (Highly Qualified)

Osseo Ind School District 279 Palmer Lake Elementary - Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

Educational Support Professional - Special Education (Highly Qualified)

Osseo Ind School District 279 Palmer Lake Elementary - Brooklyn Park, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5919328
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Oct 1, 2026

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 : Monday through Friday

FTE : 30 hours/week

Desired start date : 10/01/26

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]