Instructional Assistant Mild/Mod I PT

Jordan District; Spencer Hill (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Jordan District seeks a part-time Special Education/Instructional Assistant (Mild/Moderate I) for Elk Ridge Middle. The aide will support the instructional program for students with special needs, assisting the SPED teacher and helping create an inclusive learning environment.

Role spans SPED/resource and general education classrooms. Requirements include strong communication, relationship-building, flexibility, and a commitment to advocating for students.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, ability to build relationships, flexibility, and advocacy for students.

Responsibilities

• Support instructional program for students with special needs in special education/resource and general education classrooms.
• Assist the Special Education teacher to create an inclusive, effective learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Job description

• Position Type: ESP - Special Education/ Instructional Assistant Mild/Mod I PT

• Date Posted: 10/28/2026

• Location: Elk Ridge Middle

• Date Available: 10/30/2026

The Special Education Classroom aide supports the instructional program for students by assisting the Special Education teacher in providing a supportive, inclusive, and effective learning environment for students with special needs, at varying levels of need. This role involves working closely with students to support their individual learning and social development. Time will be spent between the special education/resource classroom and general education classrooms. Applicants should have strong communication skills, an ability to build relationships, a willingness to be flexible, and a commitment to advocating for students.

Must complete Basic Training (5 hours) provided by JSD Special Education Department. Training must be completed within one week of hire as a condition of employment. Additional training is available through the Special Education department allowing the employee to increase to lane 4 upon completion.

Job Description

Effective July 1, 2026

Lane3 Step 1 ($19.94/Hour)

Salary Schedules

Postings current as of 10/30/2026 1:55:30 PM CST.

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