Educational Assistant - Proximity Support

Shelby County Schools; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby County Schools seeks an Educational Assistant - Proximity Support to co-facilitate learning in blended instruction settings. You will work under the teacher of record to assist with individual students and small groups, and help monitor progress in a collaborative classroom environment.

Under supervision, you will support the virtual synchronous teacher, document student progress, and maintain regular communication with the classroom teacher about instruction and resources.

Qualifications

• : Associate's degree or 48 college credits required.
• : CPR and First Aid certification must be obtained or demonstrated.
• : Experience with children in educational settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher of record under direct mentorship to support blended instruction.
• Support the virtual synchronous teacher and monitor student progress.
• Communicate regularly with the classroom teacher regarding instruction and resources.

Skills

Experience with children in education

Education

Associate's Degree or 2 years of college (min 48 semester hours)

Job description

Purpose and Scope

The Educational Assistant - Proximity Support personnel will perform specialized work to co-facilitate learning with varied modes of blended instruction. Under direct mentorship from the teacher of record, the Educational Assistant - Proximity Support will play a pivotal role and is directly involved with assisting the virtual synchronous teacher to achieve student success. This may include targeted work with individual students and small groups, monitoring and documenting student progress, and regular communication with the classroom teacher regarding instruction and other learning resources. The personnel will work closely with teachers to resolve complex problems; essentially, being physically present to assist teachers and students with their needs within their immediate classroom.

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). 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.