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2026 - 2027 TA 1 - Classroom - Cherokee Heights Community School

Saint Paul Public Schools · St Paul, MN · 1 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$20.19–$25.47/hrContract

About the role

The Cherokee Heights Community School is seeking a Teaching Assistant 1 (TA 1) for a Pre-K classroom for the 2026 - 2027 school year. The position is expected to be filled within 2 - 4 weeks.

Responsibilities

  • Work under the direction of a licensed teacher and/or other licensed instructional or nursing staff
  • Able to follow daily schedule
  • Support all students in the general education classroom, including those with 504 Plans or IEPs
  • Maintain classroom discipline by observing and keeping records
  • Help students with workbooks and other materials
  • Tutor students in reading, language arts, spelling, mathematics, social studies, and other subjects
  • Organize and maintain instructional materials such as books, flash cards, blocks, clocks, and rulers
  • Prepare, duplicate, and assemble materials for teacher and other professional staff
  • Assist teachers with checkout and check-in of educational materials and consumables
  • Participate in physical education activities with students
  • Assist in planning parties and special projects

Requirements

  • One of the following:
  • - An AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree, or
  • - Two years of post-secondary coursework (60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits) from an accredited institution of higher education which are applicable toward a bachelor's degree, or
  • - Passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessment AND either a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
  • (For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800-772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Basic skills in reading, writing and mathematics
  • Basic skills in typing, copying and use of computers and iPads
  • Ability to develop good relationships with students and staff
  • Ability to be sensitive to the needs of others
  • Ability to relate to students with warmth, friendliness and understanding
  • Must be on time to the job every day

Other Requirements

  • Must physically be able to lift more than 40 pounds when applicable
  • Able to sit, walk, climb, crouch, kneel, push, talk and hear
  • Required to be trained in the Special Education Orientation
  • Required to be trained and maintain Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and bus safety training and CPR as required
  • Required to complete basic first aid, CPR and bus safety policies and procedures training within 30 days of being assigned to ride the bus

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

This is a 10-month position working 35 hours per week. The pay range for this position is: $20.19 - $25.47 TA1 and $21.63 - $28.48 TA2. The maximum hiring step is step four (4).

The full salary schedule is listed in the Teachers contract. Benefit information for this position can be found on the Benefits Summaries page.

How to Apply

To be considered further, please apply for this position and attach a resume and cover letter to your online application. The Human Resource Department will review your application materials and contact you regarding the next steps.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

Equity Statement

SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.

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