INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT, EXCEPTIONAL ED.

Exceptional Education Services; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Public Schools in Jackson, Mississippi is seeking an Instructional Assistant in Exceptional Education to support the classroom. The role involves assisting the teacher, organizing materials, recording student progress, and using audiovisual tools as needed.

The ideal candidate meets NCLB qualifications (48 college hours or higher and Work keys test) and can work effectively with young children in a collaborative school environment.

Qualifications

• Meets qualifications for NCLB (48 hours of college or higher; pass state mandated test - Work keys)
• Ability to work with young children

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and instructs activities as directed by the teacher.
• Organizes activities and materials under the direction of classroom teacher.
• Maintains accurate documentation of child’s progress.
• Operates audiovisual equipment utilized in instruction.
• Exercises good judgment as to child’s needs.
• Adapts and modifies materials and techniques.
• Assists teacher in implementing Individual Education Plans.
• Participates in professional development and scheduled meetings.
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.

Skills

Ability to work with young children

NCLB qualifications (48 college hours)

Education

48 hours of college or higher; Work keys test

Job description

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT, EXCEPTIONAL ED.

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Job Details

Job ID: 5910811

Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Instructional Assistant/Exceptional Ed.

Qualifications

Meet qualifications for NCLB (48 hours of college or higher; pass state mandated test - Work keys)

Ability to work with young children

Reports To

Principal

Supervises

Students when assigned

Job Goal

To assist in providing a well organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and viable resource materials.

Essential Functions

Demonstrates and instructs activities as directed by the teacher.

Organizes activities and materials under the direction of classroom teacher.

Maintains accurate documentation of child’s progress.

Operates audiovisual equipment utilized in instruction.

Exercises good judgment as to child’s needs.

Adapts and modifies materials and techniques.

Assists teacher in implementing Individual Education Plans.

Participates in professional development and scheduled meetings.

Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Salary Information

Classification:

Instructional Assistant (Exceptional Ed)

Scale:

Classified

Grade:

B

Days Employed:

185 per school year

Beginning Salary

$14.00 per hour
Exception: JPS employees should refer to the Classified Employee Pay Scale Rules of Administration and Implementation.

Overtime:

Non-exempt

Codes

MS Personnel/Accreditation Data:

801003 (Teacher Aide)

Position Type: Full-Time