Education Support Specialist: Reading & Skills

Shelby County Schools; Mallory (TN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby County Schools seeks a paraeducator to support teachers by assisting students in varied classroom settings, including whole group, small group, and one-on-one work. The role focuses on reinforcing learning objectives, guiding independent study, and helping maintain an organized learning environment under direct supervision.

The position emphasizes collaboration with classroom teachers, participation in literacy initiatives, and basic clerical tasks to support instructional progress.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two years of college (minimum 48 semester hours).
• Passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test.
• One year of experience working with children in an educational setting preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students in whole group, small group, and one-on-one settings.
• Assist students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments for reinforcing learning concepts.
• Guide students in independent study (enrichment/remedial work) for student success.
• Support teachers by preparing instructional materials and maintaining classroom equipment.
• Assist with attendance, scheduling, and basic clerical tasks.

Skills

Instructional support

Classroom supervision

Communication with teachers

Education

Associate degree

Two years of college

ParaPro Assessment

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Shelby County Schools seeks a paraeducator to support teachers by assisting students in varied classroom settings, including whole group, small group, and one-on-one work. The role focuses on reinforcing learning objectives, guiding independent study, and helping maintain an organized learning environment under direct supervision.

The position emphasizes collaboration with classroom teachers, participation in literacy initiatives, and basic clerical tasks to support instructional progress.