Intensive; DCD-SP Educational Support Professional; ESP

Position Details

• Position Type:
  Education Support Professional / Special Education
• Date Posted: 2/13/2026
• Location:
  
  Overland Elementary School
• Date Available:
  
  As soon as possible
• Closing Date: 02/22/2026
• Employee may need to provide services in home on an as needed basis
• Staff may be required to report in person to a school building on an as needed basis

• May monitor and/or supervise students in the lunchroom and on the playground in all types of weather.
• Follow student Behavior Intervention Plans and Emergency Healthcare Plans.
• Provide support to students with personal cares (toileting, dressing, feeding) as needed.
• Observe and document students' academic and social behaviors.
• Consistent and accurate data collection of student progress on goals and objectives.
• Provide feedback on student progress to classroom teachers and related services staff.
• Knowledge using iPads and other devices used for communication of non-verbal students.
• Support students with de‑escalation techniques and use restrictive procedures as needed (Training provided as needed).
• Supervise students in various settings and locations in and around the school building, before, during and after school hours.
• Move on and off the floor to meet students at their level.
• Provide support/supervision at meal times, at recess and on field trips.
• Model appropriate language and social behavior.
• Able to build strong relationships with children from all backgrounds and neuro‑types.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Effective communication with all staff.
• Good organizational skills.

• Minimum requirement: 60 college semester credits and/or two‑year degree from an accredited college or university. Please include official transcript(s) with application.
• In lieu of college credits or degree, one can complete the Para educator Assessments. The passing scores in Minnesota are 65% and 70%.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with elementary age students.
• Computer skills preferred.
• Flexibility and the ability to work as a cooperative team member.
• Positive rapport with children and ability to correct inappropriate student behavior with fairness and consistency.
• Believes that all students can attain high levels of learning.
• Takes responsibility for the learning of our students and his/her own performance.
• Possesses the knowledge and skills to build effective educational experiences that benefit all students.
• Functions as an effective member of the educational/school team.
• Won’t shy away from today's educational challenges.
• Utilizes effective interpersonal skills.
• Has a proven track record of success.
• Works with great integrity.
• Regular, on‑time attendance is required.

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• The test is available to applicants who are presented an official job offer from the Rochester Public School District.