Special Education Classroom Support Aide

Memphis Shelby County Schools; Cordova (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis Shelby County Schools seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to support special education teachers and supervise students with disabilities in a well-organized classroom environment.

You will assist in preparing instructional materials, setting up activities, reinforcing lessons, and coordinating support as needed under supervision. Prior experience with children in educational settings is preferred, and CPR/First Aid certification is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 semester hours and ParaPro score required.
• CPR and First Aid certification required or obtainable.
• Experience with children in educational settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in instructing and supervising students with disabilities.
• Prepare instructional materials and set up classrooms for activities.
• Supervise children in the classroom and in other areas of the school.
• Reinforce classroom lessons and provide other assistance as requested.
• Coordinate special projects and programs as assigned.

Skills

Assisting teachers

Student supervision

Classroom management

Instructional support

Education

Associate's Degree or 2 years college

ParaPro Assessment or equivalent

CPR & First Aid certification

Job description

Memphis Shelby County Schools seeks a dedicated paraprofessional to support special education teachers and supervise students with disabilities in a well-organized classroom environment.

You will assist in preparing instructional materials, setting up activities, reinforcing lessons, and coordinating support as needed under supervision. Prior experience with children in educational settings is preferred, and CPR/First Aid certification is required or obtainable.