Kindergarten Aide

Note: Unless otherwise stated, all vacancies with a specific closing date close at 9:00 PM Alaska time.

• Position Type: Teacher Aides/Assistants/Tutors/ Teacher Aides
• Date Posted: 8/15/2026
• Location: North Pole Elementary School
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 08/21/2026

Job Summary: The Kindergarten aide provides assistants to the kindergarten classroom teachers in supporting students' day-to-day functions to ensure a smooth transition of students to the educational environment.

New Hire Starting Hourly Rate: Grade 5: $20.13 - $22.51 DOE

Internal Hourly Rate: Determined by the ESSA Negotiated Agreement

Work Day: 7 hours per day

Work Year: 9 months

Bargaining Unit: Education Support Staff Association (ESSA)

Job Qualifications/Requirements (please review job description for qualifications and duties of the position):

• Must meet one of the three qualifications:
• a. High school diploma, or equivalent, and have either completed or the ability to complete the Para Professional Assessment within four (4) months of hire;or
• b. Associate's degree or higher;or
• c. Completion of two years of higher education (at least 48 semester hours) or the equivalent.
• Work experience demonstrating an ability to maintain accurate records and implement plans
• Proven proficiency in oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to relate and work successfully with students and adults and ability to work as a team in developing and delivering academic programs for students.
• Demonstrated ability to be patient with young children and their developmental needs.

This position offers an excellent benefit package, including:

• Accrued sick and personal leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and audio
• Retirement (PERS)

Attachment(s):

• 5 - Kindergarten Aide 06.15.
• ESSA Salary Schedule - .pdf