2026-27 TA 2 - Special Ed - Bridge View

Saint Paul Public Schools; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Paul Public Schools in St. Paul, MN is hiring a full-time TA 2 - Special Ed at Bridge View School to support students with severe-profound developmental disabilities and autism, helping with functional academics, behavior management, lifting, transferring and daily cares.

The role reports to a licensed teacher and requires assisting with 504/IEP plans, monitoring student progress, preparing instructional materials, and maintaining daily records to help students stay on track.

Qualifications

• AA/AS/AAS degree or higher.
• 60 credits toward a bachelor’s degree or higher.
• ParaPro or Paraeducator assessment with HS diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed teachers and nursing staff.
• Support students in general and specialized classrooms.
• Monitor student behavior and maintain records.
• Help with instructional materials and daily tasks.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Communication

Typing

Computers/iPads

Diversity & Equity

Relationship Building

Empathy

Punctuality

Education

AA/AS/AAS or higher

60 credits toward bachelor's

ParaPro/Paraeducator assessment

Tools

iPads

Computers

Job description

General Information

Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) is looking to hire a full-time TA 2 - Special Ed for our Bridge View in St. Paul, MN. We are aiming to fill this role in 2 - 4 weeks. Employees could be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision/Pension and accrue sick and vacation time.

General Information

Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) is looking to hire a full-time TA 2 - Special Ed for our Bridge View in St. Paul, MN. We are aiming to fill this role in 2 - 4 weeks. Employees could be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision/Pension and accrue sick and vacation time. Bridge View School is a K-12 specialized educational school that serves students with severe-profound, low incident developmental disabilities and autism. We are looking for applicants who are highly dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students with disabilities to help them become as independent as possible and provide support with functional academics, behavior management, lifting, transferring and assisting with daily cares.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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. (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.
• Must be able to converse with students and staff as necessary and/or in accordance with student¿s IEP.
• Basic skills in typing, copying and use of computers and iPads and duplicating may be required for some positions
• Be racially conscious and support all students to achieve equitable outcomes.
• 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.

TYPICAL DUTIES EXPECTED TO PERFORMED

The essential job functions of a Teaching Assistant include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties. Able to perform the duties in these various environmental conditions. May be assigned to any of the following Teaching Assistants as needed to support student¿s academic.

Teaching Assistant 1

• 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