Kindergarten Aide

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.

Starting Hourly Rate: Grade 5: $19.36 - $30.45 DOE

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 ParaProfessional 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 need

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 recruiting@k12northstar.org.