Education Support Professional; ESP - Special Education

Education Support Professional (ESP) - Special Education

Position Type:

Education Support Professional/Special Education Support Professional

Date Posted:

2/10/2026

Location:

Buffalo Community Middle School - 0068

Date Available:

03/20/26 or As Agreed

Closing Date:

02/17/25 or Until Filled

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Schedule:

5 days / week (Monday - Friday), 6.75 hours / day, 182 paid days / year

Approximate

Hours:

As assigned (hours & break hours may vary)

Benefits & Pay

Schedule:

According to Education Support Professional (ESP) Master Agreement (salary schedule, page 25)

JOB SUMMARY:

Assists the classroom and special education teacher, under the direction of a licensed teacher, by working directly and indirectly with students with disabilities to maximize their success. Supports students' academic, social-emotional, and physical development. Provides direct student support that aligns with students' individual education plan.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

% of Time

80% Direct Student Support

* Works directly with students, individually or in small groups, on academic, behavioral, physical, and social-emotional skills.

* Assists with implementing students' individual education plan (IEP) goals/objectives.

* Assists with implementing positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS). Assists with responses to student behavior in accordance with District policies and procedures.

* Collaborates and communicates with teachers to support instruction and IEP goals/objectives.

* Supervises students in individual, small group, and large groups settings.

* May provide assistance and support to students in accomplishing activities of daily living; including, but not limited to: eating, toileting, grooming, dressing, bathing, transferring, mobility and positioning.

15% Classroom Support

* Provide assistance and support in adapting curriculum to the instructional needs of each student.

* Assist in creating and maintaining a positive learning environment. Promotes inclusion and social interaction among all students.

* Assist in collecting data related to students' individual education plans.

5% Professional Development and Support

* Attends meetings and training as assigned which may include CPI and/or Ukeru training.

* May provide support for other ESP positions.

Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

WORK REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS:

Education/Certification/Licensure Requirements:

* High School diploma or equivalent.

* Complete Personal Care Assistance Training prior to working with students.

* Ability to pass Para educator Assessment (may be substituted with completion of two years of college/AA degree or three years of experience as ESP with completion of required professional development).

Experience:

* Previous experience in school/students preferred.

Essential Skills Required to Perform the Work:

* Ability to relate to students and staff and maintain a positive learning and working environment.

* Basic computer and keyboarding skills.

* Intermediate internet knowledge.

* Intermediate reading and writing skills.

* Ability to communicate effectively.

* Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

* Math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, rate, ratio and percent.

* Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

* Organizational and time management skills including the ability to meet deadlines.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Electronic Devices and Software

Required:

* Operates office equipment including computer, phone system, laminator, copier, scanner and calculator.

* Operates assistive technology and other equipment.

Supervision of Other Employees:

* This position does not provide supervision or work direction to any other District employees.

* The position may assist in training others.

* Ability and willingness to cross train and cover other ESP positions.

Physical

Job Requirements:

* Position involves extended periods of time on feet.

* Position involves occasional lifting up to 40 pounds.

* Position involves listening, speaking clearly and visual acuity.

Mental

Job Requirements:

* Position involves attention to detail.

* Position requires adapting to new and evolving technologies.

* Position includes handling multiple tasks at once while dealing with constant interruptions.

* Position involves flexibility and a willingness to undertake a variety of tasks, sometimes from more than one person.

* Position includes varying workload.

* Position includes working in a team environment.

Working Conditions:

* Normal school conditions.

* Potential exposure to body fluids and airborne pathogens.

* Exposure to noise from students including potential behavioral disturbances.

* Potential exposure to outdoor elements as part of student supervision.

Job Outcomes:

* Projects a positive, cooperative and respectful attitude with students, parents, other employees and community members.

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