Inclusive Education Assistant: Small-Group Support

Rutherford County Schools; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutherford County Schools in Smyrna, TN seeks a SpEd Inclusion Educational Assistant to support students with special needs in inclusive classrooms. The role emphasizes working with small groups to reinforce skills, provide feedback, and act as a positive role model.

Excellent attendance and ability to follow written/oral instructions are essential. Qualifications include an associates degree or 48 college hours or passing the ParaPro assessment, plus basic computer knowledge and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Hold an associates degree or higher; OR hold 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 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

Responsibilities

• Work with small groups of students to reinforce skills and provide constructive feedback.
• Reinforce skills, answer questions and support student learning.
• Serve as a positive role model and maintain excellent attendance.
• Follow oral and written instructions and establish consistent schedules.

Skills

Computer literacy

Team player

Multi-tasking

Follow instructions

Education

Associates degree / 48 college hours / Para-Pro

Job description

Rutherford County Schools in Smyrna, TN seeks a SpEd Inclusion Educational Assistant to support students with special needs in inclusive classrooms. The role emphasizes working with small groups to reinforce skills, provide feedback, and act as a positive role model.

Excellent attendance and ability to follow written/oral instructions are essential. Qualifications include an associates degree or 48 college hours or passing the ParaPro assessment, plus basic computer knowledge and teamwork.