2026-27 TA 2 - Special Ed - Mississippi Creative Arts

Saint Paul Public Schools; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Saint Paul Public Schools is seeking a Teaching Assistant 2 (Special Education) to support students with disabilities within a general education setting. The position is 10 months, 35 hours per week, and pays $21.63–$28.48 per hour.

Training in NVCI, bus safety and CPR is noted, with opportunities to work on IEPs and related plans. Ideal candidates have an AA/AS/AAS or higher or two years of post-secondary coursework toward a bachelor's degree, plus ParaPro 460+ and HS diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• AA/AS/AAS or higher or two years of post-secondary coursework toward a bachelor's degree.
• Passing ParaPro with a 460+ and HS diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift 40+ pounds when required.
• Basic reading, writing, math; able to use computers and iPads.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing IEP, 504 Plans, BIP and sensory plans.
• Support inclusion of students with disabilities in general ed classrooms.
• Record data on IEP objectives and BIPs for monitoring.
• Assist with teaching functional skills (feeding, dressing, toileting).
• Assist teachers with students in communications systems therapy and discipline.
• Be mobile around classrooms and schools to meet student needs.
• Complete Third Party billing daily.
• Provide follow-up instruction on Positive Behavioral Interventions and de-escalation.
• Use NVCI techniques only to assure safety when needed.
• Assist in supporting students on field trips.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Typing

Computers/iPads

Timeliness

Equity-minded

Relationship-building

Education

AA/AS/AAS or higher

Two years of post-secondary coursework toward bachelor

ParaPro 460+ with HS diploma or GED

Tools

NVCI training

Bus safety training

CPR certification

Job description

• 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. (For more information on the ParaPro Assessment, contact Educational Testing Service at 1-800-772-9476 or www.ets.org/parapro)

General Information

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 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, 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 2 (special education)

• Positions may perform some or all of these duties in addition to those listed above. Able to perform the duties in these various environmental conditions
• Assist in implementing student Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), 504 Plans, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), and sensory plans.
• Support the inclusion of students with disabilities in general education classrooms and environments.
• Record data on students IEP objectives and BIPs for use in monitoring and adjusting student programs
• Assist students with teaching students to complete 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 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.
• 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

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.

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.
• 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.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are job duties that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the American Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities.

Regular and reliable attendance.

May be exposed to various cleaning products.

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.

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.