Assistant Teacher/EL

Pascagoula-Gautier School District; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Pascagoula-Gautier School District in Mississippi is seeking an instructional assistant to support reading/language arts and mathematics. The role focuses on helping students develop foundational skills and stay engaged during lessons.

This position requires an associate degree or at least 48 college credits, or Work Keys Silver, plus a background check. The school calendar covers 187 instructional days for the 2026-2027 year.

Qualifications

• Must have Associate's Degree or 48 college credits or Work Keys Silver.
• Reading and writing proficiency required.
• Positive attitude toward teaching duties and responsibilities.
• Must pass criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reading/language arts and mathematics instruction.

Skills

Reading & Writing proficiency

Positive attitude toward duties

Education

Associate's degree

48 college credits

Job description

Terms of Employment

The 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 Pascagoula Adult Learning Center at 228-938-6587 OR Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College by email at [e-mail]. Phone number is 228-497-7706.