Special Education Assistant - CDC

Young World Physical Education; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Powell, Tennessee is seeking a Special Education Assistant for the CDC program. This role involves working directly with Special Education students under the guidance of a licensed teacher. Candidates must have at least a high school diploma and be Highly Qualified as stipulated by federal regulations. Experience with students is preferred, and the position is full-time with an immediate start date.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement is a high school diploma.
• Some college experience is desired.
• Must be Highly Qualified as defined by federal law.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education students under the direction of a teacher.
• Engage in all learning activities as directed.

Skills

Experience working with Special Education students

General knowledge assessment

Education

High school diploma

A.S. degree

Job description

Special Education Assistant - CDC

Location: Powell, Tennessee

Job Details

Job ID: 5647389

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Claxton Elementary School is accepting applications for a Special Education Assistant in CDC. This position is categorized as an Educational Assistant (EA) who works with Special Education students under the direction of a licensed teacher. The EA is engaged in all learning activities as directed by the teacher. All Educational Assistants employed by Anderson County Schools are required to be Highly Qualified (HQ).

Qualifications

A high school diploma is a minimum requirement. Some college is desired. The successful candidate must be Highly Qualified (HQ), as defined by federal law. The HQ status is achieved by either passing the Praxis Parapro Test, which assesses general knowledge; by having a minimum of an A.S. degree; or having successfully completed 48 semester hours of college work. Experience working with students is a plus.

Position Type: Full-Time