Special Education - CDC Educational Assistant

Green Hill High; Mount Juliet (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Childcare options

District health clinics access

Job summary

Green Hill High in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee is seeking a Special Education Educational Assistant. The role supports the assigned Special Ed teacher, implements IEP goals, and adheres to EA guidelines within a 180-day schedule.

Starting pay depends on education and experience, with a Grade 5/6 framework; benefits include insurance, retirement, and paid time off for a full school year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school or GED; post-secondary education preferred.
• Follow IEP goals and EA guidelines as set by Wilson County Schools.
• This is a 180-day position with structured schedule.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the Special Ed teacher.
• Assist in implementing IEP goals and EA guidelines.
• Attend required trainings as needed.
• Support students during the school day per schedule.

Skills

IEP goals adherence

Special Education

Education

High School/Trade School degree

Job description

Special Education - CDC Educational Assistant

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This job is also posted in Wilson County Schools, TN

Job Details

• Job ID: 5965360
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Oct 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Qualified applicant must have minimum of high school or general equivalency diploma (GED). Post-secondary education is preferred.

The successful candidate will work under the directive of the Special Ed teacher to which he/she is assigned and will follow all IEP goals and EA guidelines set forth by Wilson County Schools. Additional training may be required and will be provided, if necessary.

This is a 180-day position with insurance and retirement benefits. Employees are scheduled and expected to work 7.5 hours per day, starting before students arrive and leaving after students have been dismissed.

Pay rate will be determined by education completed, experience, and placement on theHourly Classified Salary Schedule. For applicants with less than a 2-year degree (or coursework equivalent), the appropriate grade is Grade 5. For those with at least 2-year degree (or coursework equivalent), the appropriate grade is Grade 6. Starting rate of pay will be no less than $15.02 per hour for Grade 5 or $16.23 for Grade 6.

Benefits include:

• Low-cost medical, dental, and life insurance for the employee
• Dependent options available through payroll deduction
• Vision insurance options
• Supplemental insurance options
• Free access to district health clinics for those enrolled in insurance
• Employer-funded retirement in the State retirement plan
• Paid time off: 8 sick leave, 4 personal leave, and 3 bereavement days per school year - This is for a full school year. Late hires/transfers will receive a prorated amount.
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays
• Before and after-school childcare options

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Dawson , Principal
• Green Hill High
• Email: [e-mail]