Special Education Assistant

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

Job summary

Shelby County Schools in Foote Homes seeks a dedicated individual to assist special education teachers in managing and supervising students with disabilities. The role involves preparing instructional materials, supervising children in various settings, and ensuring a well-organized classroom environment. An Associate’s Degree or two years of college education is required, along with experience working with children. Candidates must also be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certification. This position is essential for supporting the educational experience of special needs students.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s Degree, or two (2) years of college.
• Preferred: one (1) year of experience working with children in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Associate's Degree

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.