2026 - 2027 TA 1 - Classroom Como Park Elementary School

Como Park Elementary is looking to hire a TA 1 - Classroom for the 2026 - 2027 school year. We aim to fill this role in 2 - 4 weeks.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications – 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)

Skills

• Basic skills in reading, writing and mathematics
• Basic skills in typing, copying and use of computers, iPads, and duplicating equipment
• Ability to be racially conscious and support all students to achieve equitable outcomes
• Ability to develop good relationships with students and staff
• Sensitivity to the needs of others
• Ability to relate to students with warmth, friendliness, and understanding
• Reliable, on-time attendance every day

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of a licensed teacher and/or other licensed instructional or nursing staff
• Follow daily schedule and support all students in the general education classroom, including those with 504 Plans or Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
• Monitor student behavior in the classroom by observing and keeping records
• Ensure students are paying attention to their work and completing assignments; advise students and direct appropriate behavior
• Review and correct student work
• Help students with workbooks and other materials
• Tutor students in reading, language arts, spelling, mathematics, social studies, and other subjects
• Assist teachers with checkout and check-in of educational materials and consumables
• Organize and maintain instructional materials such as books, flash cards, blocks, clocks, and rulers
• Set up and take down equipment used in class
• Prepare, duplicate, and assemble materials for teacher and other professional staff, such as a nurse, social worker, or counselor
• Use technology including iPads; occasionally perform light typing
• Maintain displays and bulletin boards
• Assist in program registration and fee collection
• File materials and answer phones
• Deliver messages and meals to rooms
• Participate in physical education activities with students; assist teacher with low-organized games
• Assist in planning parties and special projects

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 complete Special Education Orientation training
• Must be trained and maintain Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI), bus safety training, and CPR as required
• If assigned to a Special Education bus route, must complete basic first aid, CPR, and bus safety policies and procedures training within 30 days of assignment (training provided by the District’s Transportation Department; employees with prior American Red Cross training must show evidence of completion)
• Must repeat training as necessary to remain certified

Pay

This is a 10-month position working 35 hours per week.

• TA1 Pay range: $20.19 - $25.47
• TA2 Pay range: $21.63 - $28.48
• Maximum hiring step: step four (4)

Full salary schedule is listed in the Teachers contract. Salary information can be found on the Labor Agreements page under the "Teaching Assistant" Labor agreement.

Benefits

• Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pension benefits
• Accrue sick and vacation time

Benefit information can be found on the Benefits Summaries page under the "Teaching Assistants (TA) Full Time" link.