Education Assistant
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Education Assistant
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Urban school district raising college readiness
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.
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.
Compensation: 16 to 22.85 (USD)
Urban school district raising college readiness
Memphis-Shelby County Schools is a large urban school district focused on closing the achievement gap and preparing students for college, careers, and life. It operates by ensuring every classroom has an effective teacher, every school is led by capable administrators, and by applying progressive, data-driven strategies to boost learning outcomes. The district differentiates itself through measurable progress: earning a level 5 growth rating for three years, doubling district-wide math proficiency in three years, and moving I-Zone schools from the bottom 5% to a trajectory toward the top 25% within five years, despite serving a high share of economically disadvantaged students. Its explicit goal for 2025 is that 80% of students be college and career ready, 90% graduate high school, and 100% enroll in post-secondary education.
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