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Pre-Kindergarten Teaching Assistant, St. Paul Public Schools Office of Early Learning

July 7, 2022/by lori.erickson
  • Full Time
  • St. Paul, MN
  • Posted 1 month ago
St. Paul Public Schools

Website SPPS_OEL St. Paul Public Schools

St. Paul Public Schools, Office of Early Learning

Pre-Kindergarten Program Teaching Assistant for the 2022-2023 School Year

Minimum Qualifications

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 bachelors degree, or

·   Passing score of 460 (or higher) on the ParaPro Assessment AND either a high school diploma or a GED certificate. (For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800- 772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro)

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

·   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.

Responsibilities

The essential job functions include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties.

·   Work under the direction of a licensed teacher and/or other licensed instructional or nursing staff

·   Able to follow daily schedule

·   Prepared to support all students in the general education classroom, including those with 504 Plans or Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)

·   Monitor student behavior in the classroom by observing and keeping records. Observe that students are paying attention to their work and completing their assignments. Advise students and direct appropriate behavior. Review and correct student work. Help students with workbooks and other materials. Assist in keeping daily student records.

·   Tutor students in reading, language arts, spelling, mathematics, social studies, and other subjects.

·   Assist teachers with checkout and check-in of educational materials and consumables. Organize and maintain instructional materials such as books, flash cards, blocks, clocks, and rulers. Set up and take down equipment used in class.

·   Prepare, duplicate, and assemble materials for teacher and other professional staff, such as a nurse, social worker or counselor. Be comfortable using technology including iPads. Occasionally do some light typing. Maintain displays and bulletin boards. Assist in program registration and fee collection. File materials and answer phones. Deliver messages and meals to rooms.

·   Participate in physical education activities with students. Assist teacher with low-organized games.

·   Assist in planning parties and special projects.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
·   Must be physically be able to lift more than 40 pounds when applicable.

·   Able to sit, walk, climb, crouch, kneel, push, talk and hear.

·   Regardless if you are TA1 or TA2, you may be assigned to a Special Education bus route(s), the following requirements must be completed within 30 days of being assigned to ride the bus: basic first aid, CPR and bus safety policies and procedures training. This required training will be offered by the District’s Transportation Department. Employees who have taken this training from the American Red Cross are required to show evidence of completion to the Transportation Department. It is required to repeat this training as necessary in order to remain certified.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule:

This is a 10 month position working 30 hours per week.

Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Teaching Assistant negotiated labor agreement. The labor agreement and salary schedule can be found at https://www.spps.org/Page/33566. The minimum rate of pay for this position is $15.30 per hour.

Benefits are available to new employees after 30 days of active employment. 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. A benefits summary is available at https://www.spps.org/Domain/13220.

How To Apply:

Go to spps.org/careers, search for teaching assistant OR send resume to Lori.Erickson@spps.org

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.

 

To apply for this job please visit spps.org.

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