SPED Educational Assistant at Woodland Park Elementary School

White County Schools; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

White County Schools in Sparta, Tennessee, seeks an instructional aide to assist certified teachers by delivering reading, writing and math support, preparing materials, and guiding small groups of students.

The role focuses on classroom organization, supervision during the day, and adherence to safety procedures, with opportunities to support substitutes and contribute to reports and records.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Education requirements vary for Title I programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a teacher; work with individuals or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective tests and assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Supervise students during lunch, bus, and playground areas.
• Notify teachers of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings; follow safety protocols.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Mathematics support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree / 2 years of college

Job description

Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate [Applies to aides who are not providing instructional support in Title I, Part A programs]

Associate's degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) [Applies to aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A programs]

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

1. Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
2. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
3. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
4. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
6. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
7. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

1. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
2. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

1. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
2. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress