Instructional Assistant, Ed

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT, EXCEPTIONAL ED.

Jackson Public Schools MS Exceptional Education Services
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Jackson Public Schools MS Exceptional Education Services
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Job : 5910811

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

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Meet qualifications for NCLB (48 hours of college or higher; pass state mandated test
- Work keys)

Ability to work with young children

Principal

Students when assigned

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

Beginning Salary

$14.00 per hour
Exception: JPS employees should refer to the Classified Employee Pay Scale Rules of Administration and Implementation.

Overtime:

Non-exempt

MS Personnel/Accreditation Data:

801003 (Teacher Aide)

Position Type: Full-Time