Assistant Teacher/EL

Pascagoula-Gautier School District; Gautier (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Pascagoula-Gautier School District is seeking an instructional assistant to support reading, language arts and mathematics in the classroom. The role requires the ability to assist students, follow teacher guidance, and contribute to a positive learning environment for a 187-day school year.

Applicants must have an Associate's Degree or 48 college credits or a WorkKeys Silver Certificate, and must pass a criminal background check. Online applications only are accepted.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's Degree or higher; or at least 48 hours of college credit; or WorkKeys Silver Certificate.
• Proficiency in reading and writing; positive attitude toward duties as instructional assistant for reading/language arts and mathematics.
• Must pass criminal background check as prescribed by state statute.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with reading, language arts and mathematics.
• Support classroom teacher and instructional activities.
• Promote a positive learning environment and student engagement.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Writing proficiency

Positive attitude

Classroom support

Education

Associate's degree or higher

48 college credits

WorkKeys Silver Certificate

Job description

Terms of Employment

Remainder of the 2026-2027 School Year

187 days per school year

Minimum Qualifications: Must possess an Associate's Degree or above; or must have at least 48 hours of earned college credit; or must provide passing scores for the Work Keys test (Silver Certificate). Proficiency in skills of reading and writing; Demonstrated interest in and a positive attitude toward the duties and responsibilities required to perform as an instructional assistant for teaching reading/language arts and mathematics. Must pass criminal background check as prescribed by state statute.

All applicants must have an application submitted online.

For information on WorkKeys Test, contact Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College by email at [e-mail]. Phone number is 228-497-7706.