Educational Support Professional – Special Education (Highly Qualified) (Temporary Position)

Jobsitemnasa; Minnesota; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Opportunities to grow professionally

Mentorship programs for teachers

Summer opportunities

Job summary

Osseo Area Schools is seeking a dedicated special education paraprofessional to support students and assist the classroom team. You will help implement instructional plans, collect data, and prepare materials to ensure smooth daily operation.

The role is part-time (20 hours per week) with a temporary end date around December 2026, with district training and opportunities to grow professionally. Ability to lift and attend to students' needs is required; HQ status will be considered for

Qualifications

• HQ requirement by start date per Minnesota standards.
• Two years of college credits or associate degree or ParaPro assessment.
• Ability to work with children and communicate with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing special education plans and behavior management.
• Support individual or small groups as assigned by teacher.
• Collect data on students and report to supervising staff.
• Prepare and maintain educational materials and equipment.
• Attend staffings and meetings as requested by the supervising teacher.
• Complete student-related forms and data as directed.

Skills

Student support

Data collection

Observation

Material prep

Education

Two years college credits

Associate degree

ParaPro/ParaEducator

Job description

Job ID:5960576
Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Starting Date:Immediately

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

• Assist in the implementation of the students’ special education instructional plan(s) including physical and behavioral management.
• 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

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Applicants must be considered Highly Qualified (HQ) to work as a special education paraprofessional by their start date per theMinnesota 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:This is a temporary position ending on or around December 2026. (There is a possibility the end date may be extended).

FTE: 4 hours per day, 20 hours per week

Desired start date: ASAP

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.