ESP - Special Education (Temporary) (Resource) HQ

Osseo Area School; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Osseo Area School District is seeking a dedicated Special Education Assistant to support a classroom under the supervision of the special education teacher at Zanewood Community School. The role involves assisting with instructional plans, behavioral management, and data collection for individual students.

The position requires meeting Highly Qualified criteria, including two years of college or an associate degree, or passing a ParaPro/ParaEducator assessment.

Qualifications

• Ability to support students with diverse needs in classroom settings.
• Strong interpersonal communication with students, parents and staff.
• Willingness to participate in district training programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing individualized education plans and behavioral management as directed by the supervising teacher.
• Support in coordination of student plans across settings and activities.
• Collect observational data and report findings to the supervising teacher.
• Assist in preparation, collection and maintenance of educational materials and equipment.
• Attend staffings, conferences and other meetings as requested.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Ability to work with children

Education

Two years of college credits

Associate's degree

ParaPro/ParaEducator/ParaPathways assessment passing

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant
• Date Posted: 1/22/2026
• Location: Zanewood Community School (High-Needs School)

Job summary

Assist the special education teacher in the operation and function of the classroom, and to work with individual or small groups of students as directed by and under the supervision of the special education teacher. Depending onprogram needs, management reserves the right to make changes in your assignment.

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.
• Applicants meet the Highly Qualified requirement if they have:
  • Two years of study at an institution of higher education; Minnesota's standard; 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; Minnesota's standard: 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.

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.
• Participation in district training program prior to and during employment.
• Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals
• and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

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.