Special Education - CIP Educational Assistant (pending Board & County Commission approval)

West Elementary; Mount Juliet (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

13 paid holidays

Childcare options

Job summary

Wilson County Schools West Elementary in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee seeks a Special Education Educational Assistant. The successful candidate will assist the Special Ed teacher, follow IEP goals, and participate in related training as needed.

This 180-day position offers health and retirement benefits with a 7.5 hour day schedule, starting before students arrive and ending after dismissal. Pay scales depend on education level, with entry at Grade 5 or Grade 6 and hourly rates outlined in the district

Qualifications

• High School or GED required; post-secondary education preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Special Education teacher in the assigned classroom and support IEP goals.
• Follow EA guidelines as set forth by Wilson County Schools.
• Work a 180-day schedule, 7.5 hours per day, with start before students and dismissal after.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Special Education - CIP Educational Assistant (pending Board & County Commission approval)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5938073
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

PENDING BOARD AND COUNTY COMMISSION APPROVAL

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 the Hourly Classified Salary Schedule. For applicants with less than a 2-year degree (or coursework equivalent), the appropriate grade is Grade 5, and a starting rate of $15.02 per hour. For those with at least 2-year degree (or coursework equivalent), the appropriate grade is Grade 6, with a starting rate of $16.23 per hour.

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: Sick leave - 8 days/school year, Personal leave - 4 days/school year, and Bereavement leave - 3 days/year
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays
• Before and after-school childcare options

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Taimi Reese , Principal
• West Elementary
• Email: [e-mail]