Substitute Para Educators (Teacher Assistants)
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Job overview
Helena Public Schools seeks caring professionals for all grade levels for the 2026‑27 school year to serve as Substitute Para Educators, providing classroom assistance, supporting individual students or small groups, and helping maintain student records across the district’s 18 campuses.
Skills & qualifications
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Full job description
Substitute Para Educators (Teacher Assistants) JobID: 3270
- Position Type:
Substitute/ Substitute Teacher Assistant
- Date Posted:
7/13/2026
- Location:
District Wide
Substitute Para Educators (Teacher Assistants)
We are seeking caring professionals for all grade levels for the 26-27 School Year.
At Helena Public Schools, our vision is to foster dynamic educational experiences that prepare all students for life. As a Substitute Para Educator (Teacher Assistant), you contribute to this mission by providing assistance with classroom instruction and assisting students who may need a little extra help. You will work as part of a team that serves 8,000 students at 18 campuses across Helena.
Some of what you will do:
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Promote a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth in the para educators (teacher assistants) absence.
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Provide assistance for individual students and/or small groups based on lesson plans.
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May assist in the maintenance of appropriate student records.
Who we are looking for:
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A high school diploma or equivalent.
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Prior experience working with school aged children is preferred.
Substitute Para Educators (Teacher Assistants) enjoy a flexible schedule and preference of location and assignment. Opportunities for short and long term coverage!
This positions are paid $14.85 per hour.
How to Apply
Complete the online application to include a cover letter and three professional references. These positions are ongoing and applications are accepted immediately.
Question? Email [email protected] ([email protected]) g
Important Note
- Prior to employment, you must successfully complete the appropriate background check required for employment.
The Helena School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, military status, citizenship status, culture, social origin or condition, use of lawful products while not at work, political affiliation, a mental, physical or sensory disability, or by any other distinguishing characteristic if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of a job with reasonable accommodations. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or those needing this announcement in an alternate format may email [email protected] or call (406) 324-2010. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Traditional Relay Service from Montana Relay.
District application is available online at https://helenaschools.org/departments/human-resources/join-our-team/
Human Resources
1325 Poplar Street
Helena, Montana 59601
Phone: (406) 324-2012
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