English Learner (EL) Teacher Assistant

Armstrong Junior High School; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Armstrong Junior High School in Starkville, MS is seeking an English Learner Teacher Assistant to support EL intervention services and assist in instructional activities. The role emphasizes student supervision, record-keeping, and collaboration with teachers to promote EL achievement.

The position requires at least 2 years of college or an associate degree, and compliance with MS standards. It offers full-time hours and opportunity to contribute to a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least 2 years of study (48 semester hours) at an institution of higher education.
• Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree; or
• Met a rigorous standard of quality as determined by a formal assessment. (Mississippi Test: ACT WorkKeys - Reading for Information, Applied Mathematics and Writing Subtests).
• For Pre-K, must have an Early Childhood Associate’s degree or an Associate’s degree with 12 Early Childhood college credit hours.

Responsibilities

• Supports EL intervention services to provide continued instructional support for EL students.
• Assists in improving students’ skills in all academic areas as directed by the teacher.
• Promotes a positive image of the school district program to the public.
• Keeps records as directed by the teacher.
• Attends parent-teacher conferences as directed by the teacher.
• Exhibits high expectations for self and students.
• Demonstrates continued growth by participation in professional development activities.
• Adheres to all safety procedures, rules, and policies to ensure the well-being of all students.
• Reports regularly and punctually to assigned work location and notifies principal or designee of impending absence in a timely manner.
• Maintains active supervision of students during all work and duty assignments.
• Maintains confidentiality of all student information.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the teacher and/or principal.

Skills

Record keeping

Professional development

Student supervision

Public relations

Education

2 years college

Associate degree or higher

Mississippi WorkKeys assessed

Job description

Starkville Oktibbeha Consolidated School District Armstrong Junior High School - Starkville, Mississippi Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

Supports EL intervention services to provide continued instructional support for EL students.

• Assists in improving students’ skills in all academic areas as directed by the teacher.
• Promotes a positive image of the school district program to the public.
• Keeps records as directed by the teacher.
• Attends parent-teacher conferences as directed by the teacher.
• Exhibits high expectations for self and students.
• Demonstrates continued growth by participation in professional development activities.
• Adheres to all safety procedures, rules, and policies to ensure the well-being of all students.
• Reports regularly and punctually to assigned work location and notifies principal or designee of impending absence in a timely manner.
• Maintains active supervision of students during all work and duty assignments.
• Maintains confidentiality of all student information.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the teacher and/or principal.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have completed at least 2 years of study (48 semester hours) at an institution of higher education; or
• Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree; or
• Met a rigorous standard of quality as determined by a formal assessment. (Mississippi Test: ACT WorkKeys - Reading for Information, Applied Mathematics and Writing Subtests).
• For Pre-K, must have an Early Childhood Associate’s degree or an Associate’s degree with 12 Early Childhood college credit hours.

English Learner (EL) Teacher Assistant

Starkville Oktibbeha Consolidated School District Armstrong Junior High School - Starkville, Mississippi Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Starkville Oktibbeha School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5979213

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

Supports EL intervention services to provide continued instructional support for EL students.

• Assists in improving students’ skills in all academic areas as directed by the teacher.
• Promotes a positive image of the school district program to the public.
• Keeps records as directed by the teacher.
• Attends parent-teacher conferences as directed by the teacher.
• Exhibits high expectations for self and students.
• Demonstrates continued growth by participation in professional development activities.
• Adheres to all safety procedures, rules, and policies to ensure the well-being of all students.
• Reports regularly and punctually to assigned work location and notifies principal or designee of impending absence in a timely manner.
• Maintains active supervision of students during all work and duty assignments.
• Maintains confidentiality of all student information.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the teacher and/or principal.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have completed at least 2 years of study (48 semester hours) at an institution of higher education; or
• Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree; or
• Met a rigorous standard of quality as determined by a formal assessment. (Mississippi Test: ACT WorkKeys - Reading for Information, Applied Mathematics and Writing Subtests).
• For Pre-K, must have an Early Childhood Associate’s degree or an Associate’s degree with 12 Early Childhood college credit hours.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Stella Turman , ELL Coordinator
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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