Specialized Education Assistant

Memphis-Shelby County Schools; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis-Shelby County Schools seeks a Specialized Education Assistant to support teachers in achieving educational goals. This entry-level full-time position involves working closely with individual students to enhance their learning experiences, reinforcing skills, and helping create an effective learning environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of college or passing score on ParaPro Assessment Test.
• One year of experience working with children in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in achieving teaching objectives.
• Work with individual students or small groups to improve skills.
• Help maintain a well-organized learning environment.

Skills

Assisting teachers

Working with children

Reinforcing skills

Education

Associate’s degree

ParaPro Assessment Test

Job description

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Summary Description

Performs specialized work to assist the teacher in achieving teaching objectives while working with individual students or small groups to improve skills and increase student learning. Responsible for reinforcing skills introduced by the teacher, guiding independent study, enrichment, and remedial work, and helping maintain a well-organized learning environment. Works under direct supervision according to set procedures.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree, or two years of college (minimum of 48 semester hours), or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test, and one year of experience working with children in an educational setting preferred. Must possess or be able to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid.

Additional Information

MSCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified persons with disabilities. Employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Education Administration Programs