Education Assistant – Summer Learning Academy
Memphis Shelby County Schools
Location
Memphis, Tennessee
Salary
$28 / HOUR
Quick overview
This position is responsible for providing professional instruction during summer school, focusing on academic, social, physical, and skills development for students in specific grades or subject areas. The goal is to prepare students to be successful citizens and workers in the 21st century.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Education with an endorsement in the taught grade/subject and a valid Tennessee certificate. A commitment for the entire summer school period, including attendance at all preparatory sessions and graduation, is required.
Job description
Purpose and Scope Performs specialized work by assisting summer school teachers in instructing and supervising the activities of students to provide a well-organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment during the summer term. The position is responsible for assisting summer school 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) 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. Currently working in SCS as an Educational Assistant preferred. The following special conditions are required: Commitment for the entire period of summer school. Attendance at ALL periodic administrative meetings. Availability prior to the end of the regular school assignment to participate in summer school setup and preparation. Availability for summer school closeout operations. This position is for SUMMER SCHOOL ONLY.