Special Education Educational Assistant, K-5

Applitrack; St. Francis (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack at St. Francis Elementary School (K-5) seeks an Educational Assistant to support students with disabilities under licensed teachers, applying instructional strategies and collecting data to monitor progress throughout the school day.

The position involves assisting with academic, social, and behavioral supports, may include personal cares, and requires willingness to learn about various disabilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional coursework in child development preferred.
• Experience with children/young adults preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities under licensed teachers to succeed in all school activities.
• Support implementation of academic, social, or behavioral strategies for individual students.
• Collect and record data on student progress and participate in planning meetings.
• In some cases assist with personal cares and daily living skills.
• Help with proper lifting/transfers and sensory/behavioral plans as needed.

Skills

Desire to work in school

Learn about disabilities

Support students with challenges

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Special Education Educational Assistant, K-5 JobID: 7050

• Position Type:
  Educational Assistant/ Special Education E.A.
• Date Posted:
  9/29/2026
• Location:
  St. Francis Elementary School (K-5)
• Date Available:
  Immediate Vacancy

District Mission Statement:"Our mission is to equip all students with the knowledge and skills to empower them to achieve their dreams and full potential while becoming responsible citizens in a dynamic world."
Overview of the Position: School is challenging for all students. Many students in our schools face additional challenges due to some type of disability, which may be physical, cognitive, emotional or behavioral. Educational Assistants implement instructional strategies under the direction and supervision of licensed teachers. The primary role of the Educational Assistant is to provide support for a student or group of students in a variety of classroom settings throughout their school day. All job specific training will be provided by the district at no cost to the employee.
Qualifications:

• Have a desire to work in a school setting with students with learning challenges.
• Be willing/able to learn about a variety of disabilities and the educational strategies and techniques to assist students to be successful in the classroom. Ability to work with students who may exhibit academic, social and behavioral challenges.
• High School diploma (or equivalent) is required. Additional coursework in child development and/or experience in working with children/young adults is preferred.

Summary of Duties:

• Under the direction of the classroom teacher and the special education teacher, provide assistance to students with disabilities to help them be successful in all aspects of their school day.
• Assist in the implementation of a variety of academic, social or behavioral strategies and supports for individual students.
• Collect and record data pertaining to the successes and challenges of assigned students.
• Participate in student planning meetings and department meetings to facilitate student success.
• This position may also require:
  • proper lifting/transferring of students
  • implementation of sensory or behavior plans
  • In some positions, assisting students with personal cares and skills of daily living

Date Available: 09/28/26
Hours/Days: These position are6.50hours per day Monday through Friday.This position follows the school district student contact calendar (typically 171 workdays in a school year).

Salary/Wages: $19.52 - $23.25 per hourbased on the current Level III salary schedule. ( Educational Assistant Work Agreement ).

Job Description: Educational Assistant-Special Services
For more information about this Educational Assistant position, you can also contact Karla Winter (Principal)at 763-213-8671.

Positions 1,020 hours or more per year are benefit eligible
Benefits offered for this position include:

• Medical Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage or Family coverage
• Dental Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage, Employee +1 coverage, or Family coverage
• FSA Account- Flexible Spending Account
• Long Term Disability Income Insurance
• Life Insurance paid for by the district
• PERA (Pension Plan): 6.5% employee contribution and 7.5% district contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan 403(b) or Roth IRA
• Floating Holidays
• Sick Leave includes ESST
• Vacation Pay
• Longevity Pay
• Retirement/Severance Package with Medical & Dental benefits offerings

The policy of the school district is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.