Pre K Instructional Paraprofessional

Cocke County School District; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cocke County School District is seeking an Instructional Paraprofessional Pre K to support certified staff in delivering classroom instruction and helping students meet learning goals. Under supervision, you will assist with reading, language arts, mathematics, and computer activities, and provide non-instructional support as needed.

You will also help prepare instructional materials, supervise field trips, assist with behavior management, and participate in IEP processes when required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; CDA or related degree preferred.
• Experience working with children is desirable.
• Ability to carry out instructions and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with reading, language arts, mathematics, and computer instruction.
• Work with students individually and in small groups.
• Assist in administration and correction of classroom exercises and assessments.
• Assist with lesson preparation and reinforcing instructional materials.
• Assist with record-keeping and behavior management.

Skills

Classroom support

Reading assistance

Mathematics support

PC literacy

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

CDA Certification

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Para Pro qualification

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

• Position Type:
  Classified Support Staff/ Teacher Assistant


• Date Posted:
  8/10/2026


• Location:
  Smoky Mountain Elementary School


• Date Available:
  01/04/2027

Instructional Paraprofessional Pre K

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and to free certified professional employees from non-professional duties such as proctoring study halls to enable them to make a contribution to other aspects of the educational program, such as curriculum development.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.


• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.


• Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.


• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.


• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.


• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.


• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.


• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.


• Constructs, copies and distribute and use educational materials as needed.


• Assists teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education.


• Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement if IEP objectives, etc.


• Participates in IEP process and serves as resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed.


• Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.


• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.


• May assist in the training of other paraprofessionals.

Additional Duties

• Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed.


• Perform any other related duties as assigned
  Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Travel Requirements

Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.


• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.


• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).


• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.


• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.


• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.


• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.


• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• High School diploma or equivalent.


• Successful completion of college level coursework or passing of Para pro examination as required by the No Child Left Behind Act.


• Prior experience working with children desirable.


• CDA Certified or have an associates in Early Childhood Education or relevant degree.

FLSA Status

Non-exempt

Cocke County Schools is an equal opportunity employer.