Teacher Assistant

This position is for the 2026-2027 school year. 

Job Summary: The teacher assistant assists the teacher with grading, evaluating student work, and tutoring that supports the district's curriculum and meets student needs.

New Hire Hourly Rate: Grade 5: $20.13 - $22.51
Internal Hourly Rate: Determined by the ESSA Negotiated Agreement
Work Day: 7 hours
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):

1. Must meet one of the three qualifications:
   1. High school diploma or equivalent and either having completed or the ability to complete the ParaPro Assessment or the HELP within four (4) months of hire, or
   2. Associate's degree or higher, or
   3. Completion of two years of higher education (at least 48 semester hours) or the equivalent.
2. Experience working with children in various developmental stages.
3. Ability to assist students in one or more subject areas, i.e. reading or math.
4. Proven proficiency in oral and written communication skills in English.
5. Ability to relate and work successfully with students and adults.
6. Ability to work as a team in developing and delivering academic programs for students.

This position offers an excellent benefit package, including:

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

If there are ways we can support you in becoming a district employee, please email [email protected].