Education Assistant

Memphis-Shelby County Schools

MEMPHIS, TNFull-time$16–22.85/hrPosted 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$16–22.85/hr

Location

MEMPHIS, TN

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CPR And First Aid CertificationAssociate's degree

Job overview

The Education Assistant assists teachers by preparing instructional materials, setting up classrooms, supervising students, reinforcing lessons, and supporting special‑needs students or special projects, ensuring a well‑organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment under direct supervision.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Classroom PreparationStudent SupervisionInstructional SupportSpecial Needs AssistanceProject Coordination

Qualifications

Associate's Degree or Two Years CollegeCPR and First Aid CertificationParaPro Assessment Test (Passing Score)One Year Experience Working With Children

Full job description

Purpose and Scope

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Perform specialized work by assisting school teachers in instructing and supervising the activities of students to provide a well-organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment. The position is responsible for assisting assigned teachers in preparing instructional materials, preparing classrooms for activities, supervising and assisting children in the classroom and in other areas of the school, reinforcing classroom lessons, and providing other assistance as requested; incumbents may be responsible for providing assistance to special needs students or coordinating special projects and programs as assigned. The 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) from an, 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. (PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED)

Degree Equivalency Formula:

Bachelor’s Degree= 4 years plus required years of experience.

Master’s Degree=6 years plus required years of experience.

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Subject (For instructional/instructional support positions) Not Applicable - Non-Instructional Position

Posted Date (8/14/2026 10:24 AM)

Location Name Southwind High

Salary Min USD $16.00/Hr.

Salary Max USD $22.85/Hr.

Category School Support

# of Openings 1