General Education 1:1 ESS - Education Support Specialist (Temporary)

Monticello Public Schools; Monticello (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinewood Elementary School in Monticello, MN, seeks a caring Education Support Specialist to support a student with developmental needs on a temporary basis. The role involves assisting with functional academics, classroom activities, outdoor activities, toileting, behaviors, and daily self-care tasks.

The position runs 6.75 hours per day, Monday through Friday, with availability starting 11/3/2026. Prior experience with children or in a school setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• 60 semester college credits
• Passing Score on the ParaEducator test
• Ability to follow health care plans and maintain confidentiality
• Strong communication skills and a student-centered mindset
• Dependable, flexible, and able to respond to student needs throughout the day
• Passionate about working with children
• Experience working with children or in a school setting preferred
• Supervise students as directed by the supervisor
• Establishes a culture for learning by supporting the mission, beliefs and the strategic plan of the district
• Maintain confidentiality of information about students, staff and families
• Experience working with diverse students and families

Responsibilities

• Pinewood Elementary School is seeking a caring, dependable Education Support Specialist to support a student with developmental needs for a temporary assignment.
• Pinewood Elementary School; support students with functional academics, mainstream classroom activities, outdoor activities, toileting, assisting with behaviors, self-cares, and other duties to meet students' needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Student-centered mindset

Dependable, flexible

Passionate about working with children

Experience working with children

Education

60 semester college credits

Passing Score on the ParaEducator test

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Monticello Public Schools

General Education 1:1 ESS - Education Support Specialist (Temporary) JobID: 2833

• Position Type: Education Support Specialist/ Multicategorical Education Support Specialist
• Date Posted: 11/4/2026
• Location: Pinewood Elementary School

Centrally located on Interstate 94 less than 25 miles northwest of Maple Grove and 30 miles southeast of Saint Cloud, Monticello is home to five brick and mortar schools and two nature-based facilities serving more than 4,000 students annually.Monticello consistently ranks in the top 50 school districts in the state as measured by a number of organizations and metrics,and performs above the state average in graduation rates, test scores, and early college opportunities.

General Education 1:1 ESS (Education Support Specialist); Temporary
Pinewood Elementary School
6.75 hours per day, Monday through Friday
Available: 11/3/2026
Job Description:

Pinewood Elementary School is seeking a caring, dependable Education Support Specialist to support a student with developmental needs for a temporary assignment. The position includes supporting students with functional academics, mainstream classroom activities, outdoor activities, toileting (including diapering), assisting with behaviors, self-cares, as well as any and all other activities/duties that are needed to meet the needs of students in the program.

Required Qualifications (one of the following):

• 60 semester college credits
• Passing Score on the ParaEducator test
• Ability to follow health care plans and maintain confidentiality
• Strong communication skills and a student-centered mindset
• Dependable, flexible, and able to respond to student needs throughout the day
• Passionate about working with children
• Experience working with children or in a school setting preferred
• Supervise students as directed by the supervisor
• Establishes a culture for learning by supporting the mission, beliefs and the strategic plan of the district
• Maintain confidentiality of information about students, staff and families
• Experience working with diverse students and families

Pinewood Elementary values teamwork, compassion, and a commitment to meeting the needs of all learners. This role is ideal for someone who is supportive, patient, and dedicated to helping students thrive.

Hourly Pay Range: $25.59 - $27.20