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2026-27 TA 2 - Special Ed - Central Senior High School

Saint Paul Public Schools · St Paul, MN · 1 mo ago
On-siteEducation$21.63–$28.48/hrContract

About the role

The role involves assisting in implementing student Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs), 504 Plans, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and sensory plans. Supporting the inclusion of students with disabilities in general education classrooms and environments. Assisting in working with individual students in communications systems therapy and discipline across the school day and in all environments.

Responsibilities

  • Absorb and record data on students' IEP objectives and BIPs for use in monitoring and adjusting student programs.
  • Support 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.
  • Assist teachers in communications systems therapy and discipline across the school day and in all environments.
  • Be mobile and move around classrooms and the schools to anticipate and meet the variety of student needs.
  • Complete Third Party billing daily.
  • Provide follow-up instruction on Positive Behavioral Interventions and implement de-escalation strategies to avoid power struggles.
  • Be trained in Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) for de-escalation and physical restraint techniques. Only use NVCI physical intervention techniques when needed to assure the safety of the student or other students.
  • Assist in supporting students on field trips.

Requirements

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

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 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.
  • May be assigned to a Special Education bus route(s).

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: $21.63 - $28.48 TA2. 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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