ESP - Special Education - HQ; Resource

Position Type: Support Staff / Educational Support Professionals

Date Posted: 1/7/2026

Location: Garden City Elementary (High‑Needs School)

Closing Date: Until Filled

To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; to contribute to community; and to 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 the 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 such as tube feedings, seizure recognition and precautions
• Operating adaptive equipment (e.g., 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 the Federal Education Reporting Practices Act (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 students’ physical needs as required
• Participation in district training program prior to and during employment
• Applicants must be Highly Qualified by their start date. Highly Qualified requirements include:
  • Two years of study at an institution of higher education (minimum 60 semester credits)
  • An Associate’s (or higher) degree (AA, AS, AAS or equivalent)
  • Received a passing score on the Para Pro, Para Educator, or Para Pathways assessment (district will pay for the exam if not already obtained)

• Working with children
• Communicating effectively in verbal and written formats
• Developing collaborative relationships with students and staff
• Using positive behavior intervention strategies
• Resolving conflict effectively
• Promoting positive environments by working effectively 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 the attributes of an efficacious learner: resourceful, self‑directed, responsible, problem solver, and skilled communicator

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

6 hours/day; 5 days/week

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. It ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed,…