Pre K SPED Teacher Assistant

Jackson Co School District; Moss Point (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson County School District is seeking qualified Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten teachers for the 2026-2027 school year.

Requirements include an Early Childhood Associate Degree or higher, 60 college credits with 12 Early Childhood hours, or completion of an Early Childhood Training Program; plus WorkKeys Silver and the ability to lift 25 pounds.

Qualifications

• Early childhood credential requirements as listed in district policy.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Completion of a recognized Early Childhood Training Program includes Child Development.
• WorkKeys requirements: Silver certificate including multiple assessments.
• Kindergarten role may require 2 years or 48 college credits.

Skills

Ability to lift 25 pounds

WorkKeys understanding

Education

Early Childhood Associate Degree

Associate Degree

60 College Credit Hours

12 Early Childhood College Credit Hours

Completion of an Early Childhood Training Program

High School Diploma/GED

Verification of WorkKeys Scores

WorkKeys Silver certificate

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Pre-Kindergarten

• Early Childhood Associate Degree

OR

• Associate Degree OR 60 College Credit Hours AND 12 Early Childhood College Credit Hours* OR Completion of an Early Childhood Training Program**

OR

• High School Diploma/GED AND Verification of WorkKeys® Scores*** AND 12 Early Childhood College Credit Hours OR Completion of an Early Childhood Training Program**
• Possess a general understanding of the District Special Education Program
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds
• These hours can be included in the Associate Degree or 60 College Credit Hours
• Completion of an Early Childhood Training Program includes the Child Development

Associate (CDA), National/State Director's Credential Montessori Credential, and the MDE's intensive specialized Early Childhood Training Program.

• After 2017, WorkKeys® requirements: a Silver certificate consisting of a minimum score of 4 on ACT WorkKeys, Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Document Assessments.

Kindergarten 12th grade

• Associate Degree or higher OR
• Two years or 48 College Credit Hours (transcript verification required) OR
• High School Diploma/GED AND Verification of WorkKeys® Scores*
• Possess a general understanding of the District Special Education Program
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds
• After 2017, WorkKeys® requirements: Silver certificate consisting of a minimum score of 4 on ACT WorkKeys, Applied Math, Graphic Literacy, and Workplace Document Assessments.

SALARY:

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SCHOOL YEAR:

2026-2027

The Jackson County School District is an equal opportunity employer. The Jackson County School District does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sex, military status, or any other classification that is protected by federal, state, or local law in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of employees, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our employees. Employment is subject to background check, finger printing and pre-employment drug test results, in accordance with state law.