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2026 - 27 TA 2 - Inclusion - Como Park Elementary

Saint Paul Public Schools · St Paul, MN · 2 wk ago
On-siteEducation$21.63–$28.48/hrFull-time

About the role

General Information
Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) is looking to hire a full-time TA 2 - Inclusion for our Como Park Elementary School in St. Paul, MN for the 2026 - 2027 SY. We are aiming to fill this role in 2 - 4 weeks.

Responsibilities

  • Able to perform the duties in these various environmental conditions
  • Able to assist in implementing student Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), 504 Plans, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), and sensory plans
  • Able to record data on students' IEP objectives and BIPs for use in monitoring and adjusting student programs
  • Able to assist students with teaching students to complete functional skills, such as feeding, dressing, toileting and other self-help activities
  • Able to maintain toileting area and equipment. Set up meal area and equipment
  • Able to assist teachers in working with individual students in with communications systems therapy and discipline across the school day and in all environments
  • Able to be mobile and move around classrooms and the schools to anticipate and meet the variety of student needs
  • Able to complete Third-Party billing daily
  • Able to provide follow up instruction on Positive Behavioral Interventions and implement de-escalation strategies to avoid power struggles
  • Able to be trained in Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) for de-escalation and physical restraint techniques
  • Able to 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 of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessment AND either a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
  • Must physically be able to lift more than 40 pounds when applicable.
  • Able to sit, walk, climb, crouch, kneel, push, talk and hear.
  • TA2s are required to be trained in the Special Education Orientation. Must be trained and maintained Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and bus safety training and CPR as required.
  • May be exposed to various cleaning products.

Qualifications

  • Basic skills in reading, writing and mathematics.
  • Basic skills in typing, copying and use of computers and iPads 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.
  • 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.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.

Benefits

Employees could be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision/Pension and accrue sick and vacation time.

Pay

This is a 10-month position working 35 hours per week. Pay range for this position is: $21.63 - $28.48 TA2 Maximum hiring step = step four (4)

Schedule

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.

Other Information

  • Transcript - Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. You must submit official transcripts within 30 days of your start date.
  • Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside of the United States.
  • Veteran's Preference - If you are an eligible veteran applying for a job where veteran's preference applies and wish to claim Veterans Preference you must submit a legible copy of your DD214 to the Human Resource Department with your employment application. If your claim is approved, five or ten additional points will be added to your final passing score.
  • Criminal Background Investigation and Reference Checks - Reference checks and a criminal background investigation will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees and for former employees who have not been employed by the District for more than six months.

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