Special Education Assistant

Shelby County Schools; Cordova (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Shelby County Schools seeks an individual to assist special education teachers in instructing and supervising students with disabilities. The role involves preparing instructional materials, supervising students, and creating a well-organized classroom environment.

A minimum of an Associate’s Degree or equivalent education is necessary, along with CPR and First Aid certification. Experience with children in educational settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s Degree or equivalent education is required.
• Must be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Experience working with children in an educational setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist special education teachers in instructing students with disabilities.
• Prepare instructional materials and classrooms for activities.
• Supervise and assist children in the classroom and other areas.

Education

Associate’s Degree or equivalent education

Certification in CPR and First Aid

Job description

Purpose and Scope

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Performs specialized work by assisting special education teachers in instructing and supervising the activities of students with disabilities to provide a well‑organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment. The position is responsible for assisting assigned teachers in preparing instructional materials, preparing classrooms for activities, supervising and assisting children in the classroom and in other areas of the school, reinforcing classroom lessons, and providing other assistance as requested; incumbents may be responsible for providing assistance to special needs students or coordinating special projects and programs as assigned. The position works under direct supervision according to set procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s Degree, or two (2) years of college (minimum of 48 semester hours) from an, or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test and one (1) year of experience working with children in an educational setting preferred. Must possess or be able to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid. (PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED)

Degree Equivalency Formula:

Bachelor’s Degree= 4 years plus required years of experience.

Master’s Degree=6 years plus required years of experience.