SpEd. Ancillary Educational Assistant

Rutherford County Schools - Tennessee; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Rutherford County Schools - Tennessee is seeking a paraprofessional to support instructional activities and student learning. The role includes reinforcing skills for small groups, answering questions, and providing constructive feedback under a certified teacher's direction.

The ideal candidate holds an associates degree or 48 college hours or has passed the Para-Pro Assessment, with basic computer skills, reliability, and a collaborative mindset to help students succeed.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher, or 48 college hours, or Para-Pro Assessment completed.
• Working computer knowledge and basic digital skills.
• Ability to multi-task and collaborate with others effectively.
• Able to work with small groups and reinforce skills with feedback.
• Must be a positive role model for students and a responsible team member.

Responsibilities

• Work with small groups of students to reinforce skills and answer questions.
• Provide constructive feedback to support student learning.
• Assist the classroom teacher and follow assigned duties and plans.

Skills

Computer literacy

Team player

Multitasking

Instructional support

Positive role model

Education

Associates degree or higher

48 hours of college coursework

Pass the ETS Para-Pro Assessment

Job description

• Hold an associates degree or higher; OR *Have an equivalent of two years of college coursework totaling 48 hours at an accredited institution of higher learning; OR *Pass the Education Testing Service (ETS) Para-Pro Assessment
• Working computer knowledge
• Multi-tasked oriented, Firm, Team Player
• Must be able to work with small groups of students for the purpose of reinforcing skills, answering questions, providing constructive academic feedback
• Must be a positive role model for young children
• Able to follow oral and written instructions
• Establish effective schedule and work routines
• Able to work under the direction of a certified teacher and complete assigned work-related duties