Classroom Support Specialist

Washington County Schools (TN); Johnson City (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County Schools (TN) is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support teachers, secretaries, and clerical staff in the classroom. The role involves preparing materials, supervising students, and assisting with instructional activities.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be prepared to take a Para Professional Test; one year of experience is preferred. The position requires adherence to health and safety rules and reliable teamwork.

Qualifications

• Not less than a high school education or GED.
• Para Professional Test required if within 48 hours of college.
• At least one year of experience preferred, but not required.
• Meets necessary health and physical qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Administers, scores, and records achievement and diagnostic tests as the teacher recommends for individual students.
• Operates and cares for equipment used in classroom for instructional purposes.
• Distributes and collects workbooks, papers, and other materials for instruction.
• Assists with the supervision of students during emergency 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 associated with the job.
• Checks and records attendance.
• Arranges bulletin boards.
• Types and duplicates tests, worksheets, and supplementary materials.
• Assists in supervising children in lunchroom, playground, and bus loading.
• Assists the teacher in assimilating materials for class displays.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

High school diploma

Para Professional Test

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Washington County Schools (TN) is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support teachers, secretaries, and clerical staff in the classroom. The role involves preparing materials, supervising students, and assisting with instructional activities.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be prepared to take a Para Professional Test; one year of experience is preferred. The position requires adherence to health and safety rules and reliable teamwork.