Special Education - Educational Assistant; PreK Class
Listed on 2026-07-23
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Education / Teaching
Elementary School, Entry Level Education, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Spanish Teacher
Special Education - Educational Assistant (PreK Class) Job Details
Job : 5840861
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined
Qualified applicant must have a minimum of a high school or general equivalency diploma (GED). Post‑secondary education is preferred.
The successful candidate will work under the directive of the Special Ed teacher to whom he/she is assigned and will follow all IEP goals and EA guidelines set forth by Wilson County Schools. Additional training may be required and will be provided, if necessary.
This is a 180‑day position with insurance and retirement benefits. Employees are scheduled and expected to work 7.5 hours per day, starting before students arrive and leaving after students have been dismissed.
Pay rate will be determined by education completed, experience, and placement on the Hourly Classified Salary Schedule. For applicants with less than a 2‑year degree (or coursework equivalent), the appropriate grade is Grade 1. For those with at least a 2‑year degree (or coursework equivalent), the appropriate grade is Grade
3. Starting rate of pay will be no less than $14.47 per hour for Grade 1 or $14.80 for Grade 3.
Benefits include:
- Low‑cost medical, dental, and life insurance for the employee
- Dependent options available through payroll deduction
- Vision insurance options
- Supplemental insurance options
- Free access to district health clinics for those enrolled in insurance
- Employer‑funded retirement in the State retirement plan
- Paid time off: sick leave – 1 day/month, 10 days/year; personal leave – 2 days/year; bereavement leave – 3 days/year
- Thirteen (13) paid holidays
- Before and after‑school childcare options
When applying, please be sure to include your resume and transcripts.
Only complete applications will be processed for interview consideration.
Position TypeFull‑Time
Job Requirements- High School/Trade School degree preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
- Chareda Sims, Principal
- Southside School
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