Educational Support Professional - Special Education (Highly Qualified)

Osseo Ind School District 279•Brooklyn Center, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Support students and assist the special education teacher in the operation and function of the classroom. Work with individual students or small groups as assigned, helping students build confidence, competence, and the ability to achieve their goals, contribute to the community, and engage in lifelong learning. Specific duties are assigned by the supervising teacher based on students’ special needs. The position is part-time during the school year, at 9 hours per week, with a desired start date of October 21, 2026. Employees participate in the district training program before and during employment. The role is classified as Classification 2, with salary information available in the applicable bargaining-unit salary grid. Osseo Area Schools describes the work as meaningful and impactful and offers professional growth opportunities, benefits, mentorship programs, and summer opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must qualify as Highly Qualified to work as a special education paraprofessional under Minnesota Department of Education requirements by the start date. Meet this requirement through two years of study at an institution of higher education (at least 60 semester credits or the institution’s equivalent of two years of full-time enrollment), an associate degree or higher, or a passing score on the ParaPro, ParaEducator, or ParaPathways Assessment.
Have the skills needed to perform the required tasks and work with children, staff, and parents.
Have the physical capability to lift and attend to students’ physical needs as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children with special needs.

Responsibilities

Assist with implementing students’ special education instructional plans, including physical and behavioral management.
Support the implementation and follow-through of students’ individual plans in all program settings, as assigned by the supervising teacher.
Collect observational data about assigned students in various school settings and report findings to the supervising teacher.
Assist with preparing, collecting, and maintaining educational materials and equipment.
Assist with staffings, conferences, and other special meetings as requested by the supervising teacher.
Complete educational forms, reports, and other student-related data as directed by the special education teacher.
Perform other duties deemed necessary by the team and approved by the Special Education Coordinator or Special Education Supervisor.
Participate in the district training program before and during employment.