INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT, EXCEPTIONAL ED.(SPANN)

Spann-Elementary-School; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Spann Elementary School in Jackson, MS is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Exceptional Education to support teachers and students in a structured classroom setting. This role emphasizes assisting with daily activities, implementing IEPs, and maintaining progress records under supervision.

The position requires meeting NCLB qualifications and the ability to work with young children, with a typical 185-day schedule and hourly pay. Training and development are provided.

Qualifications

• Meet 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

Work with children

Education

48 hours of college or higher; Work keys

Job description

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT, EXCEPTIONAL ED.(SPANN)

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

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

Salary per hour

$14.00 per hour

Overtime:

Non-exempt

Codes

MS Personnel/Accreditation Data:

801003 (Teacher Aide)

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT, EXCEPTIONAL ED.(SPANN)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5919398

Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

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

Salary per hour

$14.00 per hour

Overtime:

Non-exempt

Codes

MS Personnel/Accreditation Data:

801003 (Teacher Aide)

Position Type: Full-Time