Classroom Support & Learning Assistant

Washington County Schools (TN); Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County Schools (TN) seeks an Instructional Assistant to support teachers and staff, and help manage classroom activities. The role emphasizes assisting with instruction, supervision, and materials preparation.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, be able to pass the Para Professional Test without 48 hours of college, and be willing to training; some experience is preferred. The position requires good health to handle classroom duties.

Qualifications

• Not less than a high school education or GED.
• Para Professional Test required without 48 hours of college.
• At least one year of experience preferred, but not required, with training.
• Meets necessary health and physical qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Administers, scores, and records such achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students.
• Operates and cares for classroom equipment used for instructional purposes.
• Distributes and collects workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction.
• Assists with supervision of students during drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.
• Checks notebooks, corrects papers, and supervises testing and makeup work as assigned by the teacher.
• Works with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning of material or skills.
• Assumes responsibility for safety rules and procedures of the job.
• Checks and records attendance.
• Arranges bulletin boards.
• Types and duplicates tests, worksheets, and supplementary materials.
• Assists in supervising lunchroom, playground, and bus loading.
• Assists in assimilating materials for class displays.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Washington County Schools (TN) seeks an Instructional Assistant to support teachers and staff, and help manage classroom activities. The role emphasizes assisting with instruction, supervision, and materials preparation.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, be able to pass the Para Professional Test without 48 hours of college, and be willing to training; some experience is preferred. The position requires good health to handle classroom duties.