Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Minnetonka, MN

Teacher Aides and Assistants play a crucial role in elementary education by providing support to teachers in managing classroom activities and enhancing the learning experience of students. These professionals assist in preparing instructional materials, supervising students in and outside the classroom, participating in parent-teacher meetings, and helping with administrative tasks. They may also provide individual attention to students who need extra help with their studies, monitor students' behavior, and assist teachers in grading assignments. Some Teacher Aides and Assistants may be specialized in working with students with special needs, aiding them in daily activities and following specified learning plans.

Important skills for Teacher Aides and Assistants include strong communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and the ability to assist with teaching and learning processes. They should also have basic computer skills for managing digital classroom tools. While no specific certifications are typically required, a paraprofessional certification or some college-level education in a related field are often preferred by employers. Prior to becoming a Teacher Aide or Assistant, individuals may have held positions such as a childcare worker, preschool aide, learning support assistant, or even a student teacher during their education training.

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Preschool Teacher Assistant

  • Victoria, MN (12 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Victoria, MN (12 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 18 hours ago

Key words: education, early childhood, EEC, daycare, teacher, instructional aide, assistant teacher, infant, toddler, preschool, kindergarten, childcare, caregiver...

7 hr General Education Paraprofessional - Hallway Monitor - Centennial Middle School

  • Circle Pines, MN (21 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Circle Pines, MN (21 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago

7 hr General Education Paraprofessional - Hallway Monitor - Centennial Middle School JobID: 2802 Position Type: Support Staff/Instructional/non-instructional Paraprofessional Date Posted: 6/8/2025...

3.5 hr General Education Paraprofessional - CentennialElementary

  • Circle Pines, MN (21 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Circle Pines, MN (21 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago

3.5 hr General Education Paraprofessional - CentennialElementary JobID: 2795 Position Type: Support Staff/Instructional/non-instructional Paraprofessional Date Posted: 6/8/2025 Location:...

3.75 hr General Education Paraprofessional - Centerville Elementary

  • Circle Pines, MN (21 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Circle Pines, MN (21 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago

3.75 hr General Education Paraprofessional - Centerville Elementary JobID: 2791 Position Type: Support Staff/Instructional/non-instructional Paraprofessional Date Posted: 6/8/2025 Location:...

6.5 hr General Education Paraprofessional - CERF/Gen Ed - Centerville Elementary

  • Circle Pines, MN (21 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Circle Pines, MN (21 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago

6.5 hr General Education Paraprofessional - CERF/Gen Ed - Centerville Elementary JobID: 2788 Position Type: Support Staff/Instructional/non-instructional Paraprofessional Date Posted: 6/8/2025...

Assistant Teacher

  • Rogers, MN (16 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rogers, MN (16 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Work with your co-teacher to implement the lesson plans from the research-informed Balanced Learning curriculum....

Security Education Assistant at Robbinsdale Armstrong High School

  • New Hope, MN (4 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Hope, MN (4 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 4 days ago

Security Education Assistant at Robbinsdale Armstrong High School JobID: 7287 Position Type: Education Assistant/Monitor includes security, playground, halls Date Posted: 6/10/2025 Location:...

Assistant Teacher- Full-Time

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 6 days ago

RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports to the Early Childhood Education Director....

Preschool Classroom Education Assistant - One Year Only

  • Maplewood, MN (20 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN (20 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Position: Preschool Classroom Education Assistant - One Year Only Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 32 hours per week Start Date: Fall 2025 Pay: $22.00 per hour Benefits: Benefits are in accordance with...

Intervention Education Assistant

  • Maplewood, MN (20 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN (20 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Position Type: Education Assistant/ Intervention Education Assistant Date Posted: 6/9/2025 Location: Justice Alan Page Elementary    Internal consideration is given until 3:30 pm on June...

Centaur Beginnings Assistant Teacher

  • Brooklyn Center, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brooklyn Center, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Centaur Beginnings Assistant Teacher JobID: 3074 + Position Type: Community Education + Date Posted: 6/5/2025 + Location: Centaur Beginnings + Date Available: Immediate + Closing Date: 06/26/2025...

Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

  • Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Activities may include arts and crafts, gym time, games, enrichment activities, reading, nature education, etc.Come share your passion and make a positive impact on children and families Monday-Friday...

Security Education Assistant at Sandburg Middle School

  • New Hope, MN (4 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • New Hope, MN (4 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Security Education Assistant at Sandburg Middle School JobID: 7281 Position Type: Education Assistant/Monitor includes security, playground, halls Date Posted: 6/6/2025 Location: Sandburg Middle...

Kindergarten, Recess and Instructional Paraprofessional

  • Wayzata, MN (5 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Wayzata, MN (5 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Paraprofessionals/ General Date Posted: 6/6/2025 Location: Kimberly Lane Elementary School    Hours: 4.0 hours (8:30-12:30 on student contact days) Class: IV Starting Rate...

Kindergarten Aide

  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (8 miles from Minnetonka, MN)
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Elementary Education/ Kindergarten Date Posted: 6/6/2025 Location: Hiawatha Leadership Academy - Northrop (High-Needs School)    Job Summary Teachers Aide is responsible for the...

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Salary for Teacher Aides and Assistants Jobs in Minnetonka, MN

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Highest Education Level

Teacher Aides and Assistantss in Minnetonka, MN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.9%
Master's Degree
31.2%
Associate's Degree
9.4%
High School or GED
7.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.5%


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