Shelby County Schools

Specialized Education Assistant

Posted Date 1 day ago(4/1/2025 1:00 AM)
Location Name
Getwell Elementary School
Salary Min
USD $17.00/Hr.
Salary Max
USD $18.75/Hr.
# of Openings
1
Category
School Support
Close Date
12/31/2025

Purpose and Scope

Performs specialized work to assist the teacher in the achievement of teaching objectives while working with individual students, or small groups, for the improvement of skills and for increase in student learning. The position is responsible for working with students to reinforce the learning of skills introduced by the teacher; guiding independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work designed and assigned by the teacher; and helping maintain a well-organized, smoothly functioning learning environment in which students can benefit fully from the program of instruction and available resources. This position works under direct supervision according to set procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree, or two (2) years of college (minimum of 48 semester hours), or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment Test and one (1) 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 Job Details

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE
SCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SCS provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Please note that this is an at-will employment position created in connection with federal funds allocated to SCS for purposes related to preventing, preparing for, and responding to COVID-19 which will be available to SCS for a limited period of time. It is expected that this Position will exist through the end of the 2022-2023 school year.

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