Assistant Teacher (2026-2027)

YAZOO COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT J TITLE OF SUPERVISOR: Teacher and Principal GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists as directed by the teacher in improving the student's basic skills in reading and other academic areas. SALARY: Salary is reflective of the Yazoo County School District salary schedule. QUALIFICATIONS: Assistant teachers shall have, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED equivalent, and shall show demonstrable proficiency in reading and writing skills and have a passing score on the Work-keys assessment or completed 48 hours of college coursework. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: 1. Assumes responsibilities as directed by the teacher and principal; 2. Operates within school district policies and procedures; 3. Promotes a positive image of the school district program to the public; 4. Works harmoniously with supervising teacher, staff, and students.; 5. Contributes to the development and implementation of a successful instructional program; 6. Listens to students read orally and share experiences through oral expression skills; 7. Assists individuals and small groups with skill development in reading language, mathematics, writing and interpreting directions to reinforce learning concepts; 8. Assists students with drill or additional instruction and review of skills missed through absences; 9. Sets up and operates audio-visual aids to present/review subject matter to class; 10. Reads stories and monitors small group discussion and interaction; 11. Distributes and collects teaching materials such as textbooks, worksheets, tests, or writing paper and pencils; 12. Assists in maintaining order in the classroom, cafeteria, playground, etc.; 13. Works cooperatively with the teacher in the instructional planning process; 14. Assists in the general neatness/attractiveness of the classroom and room arrangements such as learning centers, bulletin boards and displays, and regrouping of furniture for group activities; 15. Puts work on the marker-board and assists in preparing stencils, charts, posters, and correcting papers; 16. Serves as an effective role model for primary grade students; 17. Assists in planning and conducting field trips; 18. Takes class to the library to assist librarian in working with students and selecting materials; 19. Encourages students to have positive attitudes about self and work; 20. Adheres to district and school policies and regulations regarding work, breaks, attendance, etc.; 21. Performs hall, lunchroom, and bus duty; 22. Performs any other duties assigned by the supervising teacher or principal. UPDATED AND REVISED JULY 2, 2018 This institution is an equal opportunity provider. JobID: 562