Education Support Professional (Special Education: Therapeutic Education Alternative)
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onCounty Road 42, Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, 55068, United States
Intermediate School District 917 serves nine member districts in the south metro, providing special education, career & technical education, and alternative learning programs. Our culture is built on core values of collaboration, empathy, innovation, stewardship, communication, integrity, personalization, equity, and diversity. We believe that at ISD 917, "we belong to each other, and no one is invisible."
Our mission is to provide high-quality, equitable, and specialized programming to meet the needs of all students, from birth through age 21. We model an innovative culture with diverse pathways, serving students and families through equitable practices with highly trained staff.
This Education Support Professional (ESP) position is based at the Lebanon Education Center in Apple Valley, MN, within the Therapeutic Education Alternative (TEA) Program. You will work under the guidance of classroom teachers and program directors to support students in meeting their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals across educational, communication, emotional, physical, and behavioral domains.
In this team environment, you will work with students individually and in small groups, collaborating with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and mental health practitioners. Your role is to model and encourage respect, communication, and competency during student work tasks and socialization. Professionalism, empathy, and a non-judgmental approach are essential to ensure student safety, growth, and the ability to exhibit appropriate behaviors both at school and in the community.
Interested candidates can complete the application process online at: applitrack.com
For questions regarding this position, please contact Jessica Huss at jessica.huss@isd917.org.
Intermediate School District 917 is an equal opportunity employer.
Work model: On-site
County Road 42, Apple Valley, Dakota County, Minnesota, 55068, United States
Apple Valley, Minnesota
Experience working with children and/or individuals with special needs.
Skills: Para Pro Assessment, Professional Crisis Management, Pca Certification, Assistive Technology, Data Collection, Behavioral Interventions, De-Escalation Techniques, Physical Restraints.
Education: Associate's degree or higher, or 60 credits, or passing ParaPro score.
Intermediate School District 917 operates within the primary and secondary education sector, serving the public school systems in its region. Headquartered in Rosemount, Minnesota, the organization functions as an intermediate school district, providing administrative, instructional, and support services to member school districts. Located at 1300 145th Street East, the district focuses on coordinating educational resources and ensuring compliance with state standards across its network. The entity supports students and educators by managing specialized programs, professional development, and operational efficiencies that individual districts may not handle independently. This regional approach allows for shared expertise and resource allocation to enhance learning outcomes for K-12 populations throughout the service area.
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Experience
2+ yrs (Entry Level)
Education
Associate's degree or higher, or 60 credits, or passing ParaPro score
Job Type
Full-Time
