IDEA Assistant Teacher (1 on 1)

Ocean Springs School District; Ocean Springs (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocean Springs High School seeks a Teacher Assistant - Special Education to support teachers in tailoring learning experiences for students with diverse needs. The role begins immediately and follows the Ocean Springs salary schedule for classified positions.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree or higher (or equivalent) with WorkKeys Silver certification and is able to lift up to 50 pounds. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for collaboration with staff,

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher (or equivalent) required.
• Two years or 48 college credit hours (verification required).
• WorkKeys Silver level: Applied Math 4, Graphic Literacy 4, Workplace Documents 4.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in maintaining classroom activities and enhance student learning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Physical fitness

Education

Associate degree

Two years college credit hours

WorkKeys Silver Certification

Job description

• Date Posted: 9/10/2026
• Location: Ocean Springs High School

POSITION: TEACHER ASSISTANT - SPECIAL EDUCATION
(IDEA=Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)

COMMENCING DATE: IMMEDIATELY

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold an Associate Degree or higher or;
• Two Years or 48 College Credit Hours (Transcripts Verification Required) or;
• High School Diploma/GED and the ACT WorkKeys Silver Level Certification requirements - Applied Mathematics, score of 4, Graphic Literacy, score of 4and Workplace Documents, score of 4.
• Interpersonal skills in working with students, professional colleagues, administration, parents, and community
• Strong written and oral communication skills: grammar, spelling, punctuation
• Good physical condition with ability to lift 50 pounds

JOB DESCRIPTION:Assist the teacher in maintaining appropriate classroom activities and enhance student learning.

SALARY:Commensurate with the Ocean Springs salary schedule for classified positions for the 2026-2027 school year.

Any person desiring to transfer within the system must adhere to School Board Policy GBE.

The Ocean Springs School District employs qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of non-related medical condition or handicap.