Education Assistant

Shelby County Schools; Cordova (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby County Schools seeks a dedicated Teacher Assistant to support teachers and enhance student learning in a well-organized classroom. Applicants should have an Associate's Degree or relevant experience and skills in child supervision and lesson reinforcement. Joining our team offers a chance to positively impact educational experiences for children in the classroom.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited institution or two years of college (minimum 48 semester hours).
• Experience working with children in an educational setting preferred.
• Certification in CPR and First Aid required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in instructing and supervising students.
• Prepare instructional materials and classrooms for activities.
• Provide assistance to special needs students as required.

Skills

Supervision

Child interaction

Lesson reinforcement

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Purpose and Scope

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Perform specialized work by assisting school teachers in instructing and supervising the activities of students to provide a well-organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment. The position is responsible for assisting assigned teachers in preparing instructional materials, preparing classrooms for activities, supervising and assisting children in the classroom and in other areas of the school, reinforcing classroom lessons, and providing other assistance as requested; incumbents may be responsible for providing assistance to special needs students or coordinating special projects and programs as assigned. The position works under direct supervision according to set procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree, or two (2) years of college (minimum of 48 semester hours) from an, or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test and one (1) year of experience working with children in an educational setting preferred. Must possess or be able to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid. (PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED)

Degree Equivalency Formula:

Bachelor’s Degree= 4 years plus required years of experience.

Master’s Degree=6 years plus required years of experience.