Teacher - Instructional Assistant

Teacher -

Instructional Assistant JobID:

31735

Position Type:

2026-2027 Licensed Teaching Positions/Elementary Education

Date Posted:

4/13/2026

Location:

Rush Creek Elementary

Closing Date:

until filled

Job Summary:

To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community, and engage in a lifetime of learning. Plan, guide, evaluate, and revise MTSS academic interventions including training staff in the delivery of academic interventions, monitoring the fidelity of intervention instruction, and monitoring scholar data to identify those in need of additional academic support; serve as a team member to support MTSS social-emotional intervention; support staff in meeting the academic needs of scholars including facilitating and supporting PLTs in analyzing assessment results and making instructional decisions, assist with the implementation of culturally responsive teaching strategies, facilitate teacher collaboration and observation of peers, and provide professional learning; work directly with scholars including conducting individual assessments and writing and implementing individual scholar goals and objectives; make appropriate and equitable use of instructional resources and technologies; implement the goals and objectives of the district and the school and/or program for which employed; serve as the lead for all aspects of standardized testing; provide in-person, synchronous, and asynchronous learning and support when applicable; participate in district, building, and department leadership activities. Ability to be flexible with work hours to meet the needs of building and district at the discretion of the supervisor. Osseo Area Schools is a Qcomp school district: Teacher Development & Evaluation Overview Please review the full job description at the link below for a detailed description of the essential functions and requirements of the position. Instructional Assistant (IA) Minimum qualifications include: Bachelor's Degree required MN teaching license in appropriate field Preferred qualifications include: Considerable knowledge of the curriculum areas the teacher is responsible for instructing. Considerable knowledge of educational philosophy, teaching methods and approaches, current researched best practices and strategies. Considerable knowledge of students' learning styles and needs, both academic and affective. Considerable knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts. Working knowledge of instructional technologies. Considerable skill in classroom management and organization. Strong communication skills both written and verbal. Experience working with high needs children and their supporting adults. Ability to communicate and work well with adults and students. Technology and special education training preferable, but not required. Bargaining unit:

Teachers Salary:

View salary grid on the respective bargaining unit listed above, accessible via our Employee Contracts page

FTE:

1.0 Start date: August 31, 2026 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 HR@district279.org 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.