TA - Special Ed - Washington Tech High School

General Information

Saint Paul Public Schools (SPPS) is looking to hire a TA 2 – Special Education for Washington Tech High School, St. Paul, MN for the 2026‑2027 school year.

• 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 applicable toward a bachelor’s degree, or
• A passing score on the Para Pro or Para educator Assessment AND either a high school diploma or a GED certificate.

• Basic skills in reading, writing and mathematics.
• Ability to converse with students and staff as necessary and in accordance with students’ IEP.
• Basic typing, copying and computer skills, including use of iPads; duplication may be required for some positions.
• Racial consciousness and support for all students to achieve equitable outcomes.
• Ability to develop good relationships with students and staff.
• Sensitivity to the needs of others.
• Warmth, friendliness and understanding in interactions with students.
• Reliability in attendance, being on time every day.

The essential job functions of a Teaching Assistant include but are not limited to the following duties, performed in various environmental conditions and may be assigned to any Teaching Assistant as needed to support students’ academics.

• Assist in implementing student IEPs, 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 monitoring and adjusting programs.
• Assist students with 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 with individual students in communication systems therapy, discipline, across the school day.
• Be mobile and move around classrooms and schools to meet student needs.
• Complete third‑party billing daily.
• Provide follow‑up instruction on Positive Behavioral Interventions and implement de‑escalation strategies.
• Be trained in Non‑violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) for de‑escalation and physical restraint techniques; use NVCI techniques only when necessary.
• Assist in supporting students on field trips.

• Must physically lift more than 40 pounds when applicable.
• Must be able to sit, walk, climb, crouch, kneel, push, talk and hear.
• TA2 positions must be trained and maintain Special Education Orientation, NVCI, bus safety training, and CPR as required.
• Upon assignment to a special education bus route, completion of basic first aid, CPR and bus safety training is required within 30 days; training will be provided by the district’s Transportation Department or via American Red Cross; certification must be renewed as needed.

This is a 10‑month position working 35 hours per week.

Pay range: $20.19 – $25.47 for TA1; $21.63 – $28.48 for TA2.

Maximum hiring step: step four (4). Salary schedule in the Teachers contract. Further salary information is available on the Labor Agreements page and via the “Teaching Assistant” Labor agreement. Benefit information can be found on the Benefits Summaries page and the “Teaching Assistants (TA) Full Time” link.

• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Exposure to various cleaning products.

Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.