Instructional Assistant, Ed

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT, EXCEPTIONAL ED.

Jackson Public Schools, Oak Forest Elementary School, Jackson, Mississippi

Starting Date: Immediately

Final date to receive applications: Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Position Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Principal

Supervises: Students when assigned

• Meet qualifications for NCLB (48 hours of college or higher; pass state mandated test - Work keys)
• Ability to work with young children

To assist in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning class environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and viable resource materials.

• Demonstrates and instructs activities as directed by the teacher.
• Organizes activities and materials under the direction of classroom teacher.
• Maintains accurate documentation of child’s progress.
• Operates audiovisual equipment utilized in instruction.
• Exercises good judgment as to child’s needs.
• Adapts and modifies materials and techniques.
• Assists teacher in implementing Individual Education Plans.
• Participates in professional development and scheduled meetings.
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned.

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

• Classification:
  Instructional Assistant (Exceptional Ed)
• Scale:
  Classified
• Grade: B
• Days Employed: 185 per school year
• Salary per hour: $14.00 per hour
• Overtime:
  Non‑exempt

MS Personnel/Accreditation Data: 801003 (Teacher Aide)