About this role
Job summary: To inspire and prepare all students with the confidence, courage and competence to achieve their dreams, contribute to community, and engage in a lifetime of learning by providing support to the ECFE program staff.
Responsibilities and tasks include:
• Assist the children's teacher in carrying out daily program 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, etc.
• Maintain a safe, clean and and caring environment for young children.
• Observe children to prevent safety/health hazards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator and/or Manager.
• Participation in district training program prior to and during employment.
Minimum qualifications include:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have physical capability to lift and attend to physical needs of students as required.
Knowledge, skills and abilities include:
• Demonstrate ability to work with young children.
Preferred qualifications include:
• Bilingual - Spanish, Hmong, Somali, Vietnamese
Bargaining unit: Educational Support Professionals Salary: Classification 2; View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Employee Contracts page Work schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Preschool for 3's at Arbor View Tuesday 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Early Childhood Family Education Classes at Willow Lane Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Early Childhood Family Education Classes at Arbor View Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Early Childhood Family Education Class at Arbor View FTE: 31 Hours per week Desired start date: 10/5/2027 Osseo Area Schools offers:
• 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 School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer. Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our 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 DD214 with your application. Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] 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.