2026-2027 Full-time RTI (Response to Intervention) Classroom Assistant at Jefferson Middle School

Hire date will be August 3, 2026. Full-time; 7 hours per day; 188 days paid days per school year (includes 5 paid holidays); # of days paid is pro-rated if hiring during the school yearFLSA Status: Non-exemptBenefits include: Health Insurance (some options include premiums that are 100% paid for the employee); $20,000 life insurance policy; enrollment in the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (5% employee contribution required); optional dental and/or vision insurance; paid sick days; paid personal day; paid holidaysYou must meet the minimum education requirements to apply and be considered for this position as follows: 48 college credit hours (semester); or associate's or higher degree; or passing score on the Parapro assessmentNature of WorkEmployees in this classification assist middle school teachers in a variety of ways. Activities associated with the job include working with individual students or students in small groups to reinforce learning objectives, grading and correcting work assignments, administering basic diagnostic tests, preparing materials for lesson plans, and monitoring the performance and behavior of students in class. Incumbents must be capable of providing effective instruction to middle school age children and maintain a high level of energy while interacting with students. Job performance is typically evaluated by several teachers through observation of interactions with students, ability to impart knowledge and skills to students, and personal organizational skills.Illustrative Examples of Work-Work with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce the learning of established lesson plans.-Administer and score basic diagnostic tests when recommended by the class room teacher.-Check notebooks and work assignments, grade and correct as necessary.-Make copies of learning materials, tests, lesson plans, calendars, and related teaching materials.-Assist and participate in in-service training activities, and field trips (f required).-Assist with cleaning and organizing assigned classrooms.-Assist in the execution of emergency drills.-Perform related duties as required.Necessary Requirements of WorkMinimum education requirement of 48 college credit hours or passing score on Paraprofessional assessment supplemented with additional course work in education, experience providing instruction to middle school age students, ability to successfully interact with students, parents, and co-workers, strong organizational skills or any equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the following critical knowledge, skills, and abilities:-Knowledge of basic educational and learning curriculum for middle school students according to established educational attainment standards.-Knowledge of basic aptitude and diagnostic tests for children attending middle school.-Knowledge of state and federal guidelines for interacting with students attending public schools.-Knowledge of basic instructional aides and techniques for instructing middle school students.-Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and co-workers.-Ability to maintain order and discipline with small and large groups of students.-Ability to develop lesson plans and supplemental learning activities for individual students or small groups of students.-Ability to administer tests and accurately assess the results.-Ability to organize personal time and activities to meet multiple job demands and work assignments.-Ability to perform the physically demanding aspects of the job.-Skill in the operation of computers, laminating equipment, copiers,video equipment, and related instructional equipment.