Student Support Assistant — Bus & Classroom Help

Montgomery County Educational Service Center; Dayton (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Educational Service Center is seeking a dedicated Educational Assistant to support certified staff in classrooms, reinforce core subjects, and assist with assessments. This role includes supervising students during non-instructional times and aiding with field trips and parent communication.

The position emphasizes helping students with special needs, maintaining safety, and supporting inclusive education programs. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of college level coursework or passing of examination as required by the No Child Left Behind Act.
• Prior experience working with special needs children desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist and guide students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assist professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
• Assist with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions and ensure students are on task.
• Accompany students on field trips for supervision.
• Assist teacher with parent contact to foster involvement.

Skills

Instruction following

Math and reading support

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Student engagement with special needs

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

College coursework / No Child Left Behind requirement

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Montgomery County Educational Service Center is seeking a dedicated Educational Assistant to support certified staff in classrooms, reinforce core subjects, and assist with assessments. This role includes supervising students during non-instructional times and aiding with field trips and parent communication.

The position emphasizes helping students with special needs, maintaining safety, and supporting inclusive education programs. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.