Resource ESP

Aspen Ridge Elementary; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Growth opportunities

Benefits

Mentorship programs

Summer opportunities

Job summary

Aspen Ridge Elementary in Maple Grove, Minnesota is seeking a dedicated Educational Support Professional to join the Resource Special Education team. You will work with individual or small groups, supporting students across academic, social, and emotional development, under the supervision of the special education teacher.

This 6-hour daily, school-year position emphasizes collaboration with teachers and staff, adherence to IEP accommodations, and fostering a safe and inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent.
• HQ status required to start per Minnesota Department of Education.
• Two years of college study or an associate's degree or passing ParaPro/ParaEducator/ParaPathwaysAssessment.
• The District will pay for the assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to assist students with learning activities, routines, and behavior management.
• Implement accommodations, modifications, and strategies per IEP.
• Collaborate with Special Education teachers and staff for student progress.
• Support students in meeting individualized academic and functional goals.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Student support

Behavior management

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Two years of college study

Associate's degree

ParaPro/ParaEducator/ParaPathwaysAssessment

Job description

Osseo Ind School District 279 Aspen Ridge Elementary - Maple Grove, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

Resource ESP

Osseo Ind School District 279 Aspen Ridge Elementary - Maple Grove, Minnesota Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5951367

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

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.

We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative Educational Support Professional (ESP) to join our team for 6 hours daily. In this role, you will work with students in a Resource Special Education setting, helping them succeed academically, socially, and emotionally throughout their school day.

Responsibilities and tasks include

• Provide support to assist the students with learning activities, classroom routines, and behavior management.
• Implement specific accommodations, modifications, and strategies outlined in the students' Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Collaborate closely with Special Education teachers, grade-level classroom teachers, and support staff to ensure consistency and student progress.
• Support the students in meeting their individualized academic and functional goals.
• Provide dynamic assistance as needed to foster a safe, inclusive, and encouraging learning environment
• 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: 6 hours per day, school year only

FTE: Full-time, School Year

Desired start date: Week of 10/5/2026

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: Full-Time

Job Categories: Special Education > General Special Education

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Contact HR or the Site with any questions regarding the position
• Email: [e-mail]