Upper Elementary Specialist Teaching Assistant in Hopkins, Minnesota at THE BLAKE SCHOOL

The Blake School seeks to hire a specialist teaching assistant for the 2026-27 school year. This position will work in Blake’s Upper Elementary, supporting students in grades 2-5 in specialist area classes.

The rate for this position begins at $21/hour and increases commensurate with education and experience. This is a part-time, non-benefits-eligible position. The hiring team will begin reviewing applications immediately.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively and frequently with members of the arts department and administrative team
• Perform day-to-day duties that support specialist classrooms, including art, engineering and programming, music, P.E. and theater
• Supervise recess periods when regularly scheduled staff are absent
• Emphasize the collaborative, creative process of a group experience while also recognizing and supporting individuals’ growth and performance
• Participate in professional development opportunities
• Document student work
• Support specialist projects throughout the school year such as student musical and theater performances

The Blake School is a pre-kindergarten through grade 12, co-educational, nonsectarian, independent day school. Founded in 1900, The Blake School has the advantage of facilities and campuses designed for specific developmental ages. Blake’s mission is to engage students with a dynamic, academically challenging education in a diverse and supportive community committed to pluralism and a common set of values. Students pursue an integrated program of academic, artistic and athletic activities, preparing for college, lifelong learning and purposeful lives as community and global citizens. The school community is also guided by its Commitment to Pluralism and core values.

The Blake School believes that a diverse society enriches all individuals and communities. Diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, geography, religion, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and marital, parental or economic status forms the fabric of our society. As a result of these beliefs, The Blake School actively seeks students, families and employees who value and contribute to the fullness of a diverse community within the context of its mission. In doing so, we recognize our responsibility to help make each person's experience a success. EOE

Qualifications:

• 2-year degree, 4-year degree preferred
• Experience with students age 7-11
• Background in visual/performing arts preferred
• Collaborative, creative and joyful approach to teaching and learning
• Knowledge of children’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical developmental stages
• Ability to work with children, families and colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Effective written and oral communication skills to engage across constituent groups
• Desire to work with high-potential students in a creative, reflective community
• Active listener who honors children’s thoughts, feelings and ideas
• Ability to support teachers and projects across multiple subject areas