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2026-27 TA 2 - ECSE - Hazel Park Preparatory Academy

Saint Paul Public Schools · St Paul, MN · 2 days ago
On-siteEducation$21.63–$26.28/hrFull-time

About the role

Hazel Park Preparatory Academy is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant 2 for the Early Childhood Special Education Classroom.

Responsibilities

  • Able to perform the duties in various environmental conditions.
  • Absorb and implement student Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), 504 Plans, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), and sensory plans.
  • Support the inclusion of students with disabilities in general education classrooms and environments.
  • Record data on students' IEP objectives and BIPs for use in monitoring and adjusting student programs.
  • Absorb and assist students with completing functional skills, such as feeding, dressing, toileting, and other self-help activities.
  • Maintain toileting area and equipment. Set up meal area and equipment.
  • Absorb and assist teachers in working with individual students in communication systems therapy and discipline across the school day and in all environments.
  • Absorb and assist in supporting students on field trips.

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 on the ParaPro or Paraeducator Assessment AND either a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
  • Class 1, Class 2, and Floater Teaching Assistants may perform other similar tasks and duties as required.
  • Must be physically able to lift more than 40 pounds when applicable.
  • Able to sit, walk, climb, crouch, kneel, push, talk and hear.
  • TAs are required to be trained in the Special Education Orientation.
  • Must be trained and maintain Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and bus safety training and CPR as required.
  • All Teaching Assistant positions may require bus duty.

Qualifications

  • Basic skills in reading, writing and mathematics.
  • Basic skills in typing and duplicating may be required for some positions.
  • 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.
  • Lifting may be required for some Teaching Assistant positions.
  • Must be on time to the job every day.

Skills

  • Knowledge of special education principles and practices.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Full salary schedule is listed in the Teaching Assistant contract. Benefits include medical insurance, life insurance, sick leave, pension plan, tax-free retirement account, and flexible spending account. Some employee groups also receive vacation, dental insurance and disability insurance.

Pay and Schedule

This is a 10-month position working 35 hours per week. Pay range for this position is: $21.63 - $26.28 TA2 Maximum hiring step = Step Four (4)

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. To attach additional documents to your online application, click on the "Additional Attachments" link from the applicant homepage and upload your documents as attachments.

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