Special Education Assistant- Keystone Elementary

Special Education Assistant – Keystone Elementary

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We’re seeking dynamic educational champions ready to position our district as a national exemplar of education transformation. Applicants should be willing to actualize a bold vision that yields ambitious outcomes for more than 110,000 students and families across the Memphis‑Shelby County area.

• Courageous Thinkers privata:
  Must navigate and thrive in a complex, ambiguous environment on day one, present innovative ideas to address systemwide issues and execute sustainable plans toward transformation.
• Solutions‑Oriented:
  Demonstrate the capacity to synthesize information and adjust short‑ and long‑term goals, consistently find windows when doors close to deliver measurable results for kids and families.
• High‑Performing Game changers:
  Lead leaders to mobilize and empower an outstanding team, make people‑centered data‑informed decisions, and operate with a relentless hyperfocus on removing stubborn barriers that destroy the hopes and dreams of too many of our students.

Performs specialized work by assisting special education teachers in instructing and supervising the activities of students with disabilities to provide a well‑organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment. The position is responsible for assisting assigned teachers in preparing instructional materials, setting up 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 accredited institution.
• A passing score on the Para Pro Assessment Test.
• One (1) year of experience working with children in an educational setting preferred.
• Proof of education്റион _CERTifi required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid.

• Bachelor’s Degree = 4 years plus required years of experience.
• Master’s Degree = 6 years plus required years of experience.

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Job Function:
Education and Training

Industry: Education Administration Programs