Special Education - PreK Integrated Educational Assistant

W. A. Wright Elementary; Mount Juliet (TN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Wilson County School District W. A. Wright Elementary - Mt. Juliet, Tennessee is seeking a Special Education PreK Integrated Educational Assistant. The role supports the Special Ed teacher, following IEP goals and district EA guidelines, with training provided if needed.

This 180-day position offers insurance, retirement benefits, and a 7.5-hour workday. Starting pay depends on education level and placement on the Salary Schedule, with Grade 1 starting at $14.47/hr and Grade 3 at $14.80/hr.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school or GED required.
• Post-secondary education is preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher and follow IEP goals.
• Work 7.5 hours per day in a 180-day school year.
• Pay rate determined by education level and placement on the salary schedule.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-secondary education preferred

Job description

Special Education - PreK Integrated Educational Assistant

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This job is also posted in Wilson County Schools, TN

Job Details

Job ID: 5938107

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 23, 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 1. For those with at least 2-year degree (or coursework equivalent), the appropriate grade is Grade 3. Starting rate of pay will be no less than $14.47 per hour for Grade 1 or $14.80 for Grade 3.

Benefits include:

• Low-costmedical, 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/school year


• 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

• Wilma Hawkins , Principal


• W. A. Wright Elementary


• Email: [e-mail]