Educational Assistant

Rutherford County Schools; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutherford County Schools in Smyrna, TN, is seeking an Educational Assistant to support teaching efforts. The ideal candidate will have an associates degree or equivalent coursework and be able to work with small groups of students, providing constructive feedback.

Applicants must be multi-task oriented, work under a certified teacher's direction, and demonstrate excellent attendance and positive role modeling for children.

Qualifications

• Hold an associates degree or higher, or equivalent college coursework.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• Ability to work with small groups of students.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce skills and provide academic feedback.
• Establish effective schedules and work routines.
• Work under the direction of a certified teacher.

Skills

Multi-tasking skills

Team player

Effective communication

Positive role model

Education

Associates degree or higher

Two years of college coursework (48 hours)

Job description

Educational Assistant

• 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
• Excellent attendance
• 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