Educational Assistant

Rutherford County Schools - Tennessee; Readyville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutherford County Schools - Tennessee is seeking a para-professional to support elementary students by reinforcing skills in small groups and providing constructive feedback. You will assist teachers with daily classroom activities and routines.

The position requires an associate degree or 48 college hours, or the ETS ParaPro Assessment, along with basic computer skills and the ability to multi-task in a busy school environment. A positive, collaborative attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher, or 48 college hours, or ETS Para-Pro assessment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to multi-task.
• Ability to reinforce skills in small groups and provide feedback.
• Positive role model for students and a proactive team member.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Establish effective schedules and routines, and work under direction.

Responsibilities

• Work with small groups of students to reinforce skills.
• Provide constructive academic feedback and support.
• Follow directions from certified teachers and complete assigned duties.

Skills

Working computer knowledge

Multi-tasking

Team player

Follow oral and written instructions

Establish schedules and routines

Education

Associates degree or higher

48 college hours / two years coursework

Para-Pro Assessment (ETS)

Job description

• Hold an associates degree or higher; OR *Have an equivalent of two years of college coursework totaling 48 hours at an accredited institution of higher learning; OR *Pass the Education Testing Service (ETS) Para-Pro Assessment
• Working computer knowledge
• Multi-tasked oriented, Firm, Team Player
• Must be able to work with small groups of students for the purpose of reinforcing skills, answering questions, providing constructive academic feedback
• Must be a positive role model for young children
• Able to follow oral and written instructions
• Establish effective schedule and work routines
• Able to work under the direction of a certified teacher and complete assigned work-related duties