ESP - Special Education

Job Summary

To inspire and prepare each and every scholar 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.

• Assisting special education students with daily activities including academic, social, motor and/or functional tasks;
• Observing, collecting, documenting and reporting data as requested;
• Carrying out the special education needs, goals and objectives of students as communicated by the special education teacher;
• Participating in IEP conferences as requested;
• Insuring that vulnerable students are adequately supervised;
• Using adaptive equipment correctly and safely;
• Supporting students who display aggressive, abusive or inappropriate verbal and/or physical behavior as outlined on the Behavior Support Plan (BSP);
• Following all district procedures and policies for maintaining a healthy and safe environment for students and staff;
• Assisting students with self‑care tasks of feeding, dressing, and toileting; lifting, moving and transitioning may be necessary for repositioning and/or functional tasks; under the direction of a licensed school nurse or registered nurse, performing basic medical procedures to include, but not limited to, tube feedings, seizure recognition and precautions, etc.;
• Operating adaptive equipment (wheelchairs, augmentative communication devices, assistive technology) and ensuring their safe and proper use;
• Keeping all student information strictly confidential;
• Communicating with appropriate personnel as dictated by FERPA and district policy;
• Participating in required training;
• Working as a team to support student learning;
• Participating in staff team meetings when requested;
• Any other duties deemed necessary by the team and approved by the Special Education Coordinator / Special Education Supervisor.

• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Physical capability to lift and attend to physical needs of students as required;
• Participation in district training program prior to and during employment.

• Working with children;
• Communicating effectively in verbal and written formats;
• Developing collaborative working relationships with students and staff;
• Using positive behavior intervention strategies;
• Resolving conflict effectively;
• Promoting positive environments by working with diverse students, staff, families and communities;
• Using computer software such as email, Microsoft Office and Google Drive;
• Organizing and managing time effectively;
• Working in a flexible and adaptable manner with tolerance for ambiguity;
• Modeling attributes of an efficacious learner: resourceful, self‑directed, responsible, problem‑solver and skilled communicator.

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

Work schedule
: 5 hours/day; 5 days/week.

Job type or FTE
: part-time; school year.

Bargaining unit
:
Educational Support Professional.

Desired start date
:
September 2, 2025.

• 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 Schools District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer. The district ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. We encourage individuals who will strengthen our diversity to apply. 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 HR 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.