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2026-27 TA 2 - Special Ed - Johnson High School

Saint Paul Public Schools · St Paul, MN · 3 days ago
On-siteEducation$21.63–$26.28/hrFull-time

About the role

Johnson Senior High School is seeking six full-time Teaching Assistant 2 positions in the Special Education classroom.

Responsibilities

  • Able to perform the duties in various environmental conditions.
  • Avoid power struggles and implement de-escalation strategies using Positive Behavioral Interventions and de-escalation techniques.
  • Support students with Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs), 504 Plans, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and sensory plans.
  • Record data on students' IEP objectives and BIPs for monitoring and adjusting student programs.
  • 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.
  • Assist teachers in 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.
  • 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.
  • Aid in supporting students on field trips.
  • Other similar tasks and duties as required.

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.
  • Basic skills in reading, writing, and mathematics.
  • 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.

Other Requirements

  • 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.

Work Schedule, Pay, And Benefits

  • This is a 10-month position working 35 hours per week.
  • The pay range for this position is $21.63 - $26.28 TA2 Maximum hiring step = Step Four (4).
  • The full salary schedule is listed in the Teaching Assistant contract.
  • Benefit information for this position can be found at this link.
  • 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.

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. Valid file extensions for attaching a document include .doc, .txt, .rtf, and .pdf.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO Statement)

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.

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