ESP - Special Education; Skills

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. Students in this program need significant academic, social, and self‑care support in school. Must have physical capability to lift and attend to needs of students as required.

Management reserves the right to make changes in your assignment as needed.

• Assist in the implementation of students’ special education instructional plans, including physical and behavioral management.
• Assist in the implementation and follow‑through of students’ individual plans in all settings as assigned by the supervising teacher.
• Collect observational data about assigned students in various school settings and report to the supervising teacher.
• Assist in the preparation, collection, and maintenance of educational materials and equipment.
• Assist with staffing conferences and any other special meetings as requested by the 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.
• Perform any other duties deemed necessary by the team and approved by the special education coordinator.

• 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. HQ requirements include:
  • 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.
  • An Associate’s (or higher) degree;
    Minnesota’s standard: an AA, AS, AAS, (or higher) degree.
  • Received a passing score on the Para Pro, Para Educator, or Para Pathways Assessment. The district will pay for the assessment.
• Possess 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.

• 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.

View Classification II (2) salary grid on page 4, section 1, and classification, page 5, section 2 on the Educational Support Professional contract.

6 hours/day; 5 days/week: 30hrs/wk Special Ed.

Part time, school year.

Educational Support Professional.

ASAP.

• Meaningful and impactful work.
• Opportunities to grow professionally.
• A variety of benefits.
• Mentorship programs for teachers and educational support professionals.
• Summer opportunities.
• And more.

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.

If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at HR or call 763‑391‑7007.

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.