Educational Assistant: Empower Students with Disabilities

Hamilton County Department of Education; Sale Creek (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN, seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to support students with disabilities under the direction of a licensed special education teacher. You will assist with instructional materials, data collection, and progress monitoring to implement IEPs and foster an inclusive classroom.

Required: high school diploma or GED, basic technology skills, and willingness to be trained in nonviolent crisis intervention and behavior support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; basic technology skills; or equivalent.
• Supports PreK-12 general curriculum.
• Willing to obtain required provisional certifications and trainings.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational assistance to students with disabilities and support IEP goals.
• Assist with instructional materials, data collection, and progress monitoring.
• Chaperone field trips and assist with classroom activities as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow ethical guidelines and district policies.

Skills

Teaching strategies

Verbal communication

Written communication

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or higher

PRAXIS Parapro passed

Job description

Hamilton County Schools in Chattanooga, TN, seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to support students with disabilities under the direction of a licensed special education teacher. You will assist with instructional materials, data collection, and progress monitoring to implement IEPs and foster an inclusive classroom.

Required: high school diploma or GED, basic technology skills, and willingness to be trained in nonviolent crisis intervention and behavior support.