Special Education Assistant

Shelby County Schools; Raines (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Shelby County Schools seeks a paraeducator to support special education teachers in delivering instruction and supervising students with disabilities. You will prepare instructional materials, help set up activities, and assist students across various school areas while reinforcing lessons.

The role emphasizes hands-on classroom support and may involve coordinating special projects as assigned, under supervision. CPR/first aid certification is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or 48 semester hours plus a passing ParaPro assessment is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification required or obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Assist special education teachers in instructing and supervising students with disabilities.
• Prepare instructional materials and classrooms for activities.
• Supervise children in the classroom and in other areas of the school; reinforce lessons.
• Provide additional assistance as requested; may coordinate special projects and programs.

Education

Associate's Degree

Two years of college (48 semester hours)

ParaPro Assessment Test

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

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.