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2026-27 - TA 1 - Classroom - Benjamin E Mays

Saint Paul Public Schools · St Paul, MN · 3 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$20.19–$25.47/hrContract

About the role

The role involves supporting students in general education classrooms, including those with 504 Plans or IEPs. Duties include tutoring, assisting with classroom management, and participating in physical education activities.

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
  • Maintain student behavior by observing and keeping records
  • Tutor students in various subjects
  • Prepare, duplicate, and assemble materials for teachers and other professionals
  • Assist 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: AA, AS, AAS (or higher) degree, or two years of post-secondary coursework from an accredited institution of higher education applicable toward a bachelor's degree, or passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessment AND a high school diploma or GED certificate
  • Basic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics
  • Basic typing, copying, and computer skills
  • Ability to develop good relationships with students and staff
  • Ability to relate to students with warmth, friendliness, and understanding
  • Ability to be sensitive to the needs of others
  • Must be on time to the job every day
  • Be physically able to lift more than 40 pounds when applicable
  • Able to sit, walk, climb, crouch, kneel, push, talk, and hear
  • Trained in Special Education Orientation
  • Trained in Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and bus safety training and CPR as required
  • Basic first aid, CPR, and bus safety policies and procedures training required for Special Education bus routes

Other requirements

  • Must be physically able to lift more than 40 pounds when applicable
  • Able to sit, walk, climb, crouch, kneel, push, talk, and hear
  • Trained in Special Education Orientation
  • Trained in Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and bus safety training and CPR as required
  • Basic first aid, CPR, and bus safety policies and procedures training required for Special Education bus routes

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.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

This is a 10 month position working 35 hours per week. Pay range for this position is: $20.19 - $25.47 TA1. Maximum hiring step = step four (4).

The full salary schedule is listed in the Teaching Assistant contract. Salary information for this job posting can be found at this link (https://www.spps.org/about/departments/human-resources/labor-agreements) and by selecting the "Teaching Assistant" Labor agreement.

Benefit information for this position can be found at this link (https://www.spps.org/about/departments/human-resources/benefits/benefit-summaries-by-bargaining-unit) and by selecting the "Teaching Assistants (TA) ¿ Full Time" link.

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