ESP - Special Education (Temporary) (Resource) HQ

Minnesota Service Cooperatives; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 23,419,000 - 31,685,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational service provider in Minnesota is seeking a temporary Special Education Assistant to support special education teachers in a classroom environment. Key responsibilities include assisting with instructional plans, collecting data on student progress, and preparing educational materials. The ideal candidate should meet the Highly Qualified requirements, which include having two years of higher education or an Associate's degree. This role offers a unique opportunity to positively impact students with special needs in a high-needs school setting.

Qualifications

• Assist the special education teacher in classroom operation.
• Implement special education instructional plans.
• Collect observational data about assigned students.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing educational materials and equipment.
• Complete educational forms and reports.
• Attend district training programs.
• Assist in preparation and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.
• Attend staffings, conferences, and other meetings as requested.

Skills

Skills to work with children

Physical capability to lift and attend physical needs

Physical capability

Education

Two years of higher education or Associate's degree

Associate's degree

ParaPro/ParaEducator/ParaPathways assessment

Job description

ESP - Special Education (Temporary) (Resource) HQ JobID: 31538

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant
• Date Posted: 1/22/2026
• Location: Zanewood Community School (High-Needs School)
• District: Osseo Area Schools - ISD 279

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 on program 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

• 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.

Postings current as of 2/19/2026 11:59:36 PM CST.