Description
This position is for the 2026-2027 school year.
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 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.