ESP - Nature Early Childhood and Family Education Programs; Summer School

Position Type: Support Staff/ Educational Support Professionals

Date Posted: 2/12/2026

Location: Arbor View

Closing Date: until filled

• Assist the children’s teacher in carrying out daily programs by arranging equipment and materials, preparing materials, maintaining supplies, and participating in various activities.
• Work with students individually or in small groups on academic, motor, and social skills (e.g., math, science, literacy, art, physical education, decision making, self‑esteem, pretend play).
• Maintain a safe, clean, and caring environment for young children.
• Observe children to prevent safety/health hazards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the coordinator.
• Participate in district training program prior to and during employment.
• Majority of class time will be held outside.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have physical capability to lift and attend to the physical needs of students as required.

• Demonstrate ability to work with young children.

• Experience working with a diverse student population.
• Experience working with families from low socio‑economic backgrounds.
• Ability to adapt to various schedules and work environments.
• Bilingual – Spanish, Hmong, Vietnamese, Somali preferred.

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:

Tuesday 8:30 – 1:00, Wednesday 8:45 – 11:30, Thursday 8:45 – 12:45 (10.75 hours/week). Daily assignments will be based on program needs. Bargaining Unit:
Educational Support Professional.

• 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, veteran‑friendly employer. The district ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. The district is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen that diversity. 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 DD‑214 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 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.