Rochester Public Schools
Intensive (DCD-SP 1:1) Educational Support Professional (ESP)
Rochester Public Schools, Rochester, Minnesota, us, 55905
Overview
Position Type: Education Support Professional/ Special Education
Location: RAIL (Rochester Academy Independent Living)
Date Posted: 1/6/2026
Date Available: As soon as possible
Closing Date: Until Filled
Responsibilities
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
Ability to work with a wide variety of students with different disabilities
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.
Regular, on-time attendance is required.
Qualifications
Minimum requirement: 60 college semester credits and/or a 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 Paraeducator 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 including the 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
For more information about the Paraeducator, visit the MasterTeacher site: https://www.masterteacher.com/.
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Location: RAIL (Rochester Academy Independent Living)
Date Posted: 1/6/2026
Date Available: As soon as possible
Closing Date: Until Filled
Responsibilities
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
Ability to work with a wide variety of students with different disabilities
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.
Regular, on-time attendance is required.
Qualifications
Minimum requirement: 60 college semester credits and/or a 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 Paraeducator 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 including the 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
For more information about the Paraeducator, visit the MasterTeacher site: https://www.masterteacher.com/.
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