ECCAT​/AIDE MES

Openings

Openings as of 6/1/2026 Pocahontas County Schools

• ECCAT / AIDE - (MES)
• Position Type:
  Aide/ Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher (ECCAT)
• Date Posted: 5/27/2026
• Location:
  
  Marlinton Elementary School
• Date Available:
  
  08/12/2026
• Closing Date: 06/02/2026
• County:
  Pocahontas County Schools

POSITION: ECCAT/Aide/Transportation (PreK)

LOCATION: Marlinton Elementary School

CLASSIFICATION: Service Personnel

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:  School Year

CONTRACT: 200-day contract

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SUPERVISOR: Principal

EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building principal and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5314, and Pocahontas County Schools Policy 4220

SALARY: Based on experience and education level per Pocahontas County Schools salary schedule and State Minimum Pay Scale for Service Personnel §18A-4-8a . See pocahontascountysc for pay scales and benefits information.

• High School diploma or equivalent, pursuant to WV Code §18A-2-5
• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c
• Demonstrated competency, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8e (state approved competency test) as required
• Additional
  
  Minimum Requirements:
  
  Applicants who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations will not be considered eligible for consideration; applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration; and, applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration.
• Additional Minimum Requirements for Applicants Not Currently Employed: Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non‑renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration.

The ECCAT/Aide is responsible for supporting lead teachers in various aspects of the classroom. They assist in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum, supporting a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment, and assisting in basic skills and tasks necessary for early childhood and/or elementary programs.

Positive Work Habits: observation of work hours, attendance, safety practices, meeting deadlines, flexibility, taking the initiative, and positive attitude

Performance: work judgment, planning and organizing, quality of work, taking responsibility, following instructions, efficiency under stress, and the operation and care of equipment

Professional Learning: knowledge of job responsibilities and participation in job‑related trainings

Duties/Responsibilities: The Aide supports classroom teachers by providing instructional assistance and/or individualized attention to students in a variety of classroom settings.

• Instructional Support – Assist classroom teachers in implementing instructional programming and provide individual or small group instruction under their supervision.
• Student Supervision – Supervise students during classroom activities, transitions, and non‑instructional settings (cafeteria, play areas, bus lines), ensuring a safe and productive environment.
• Classroom Environment – Assist with maintaining a structured learning environment through appropriate organization of time, space arrangements, and material organization; implement established rules, instructions, preventive discipline, and other environmental stimuli to bring about significant changes in student functioning; maintain an environment that is safe for students and conducive to learning.
• Material Preparation – Help prepare instructional materials, set up equipment, and maintain inventory of classroom supplies.
• Special Needs Assistance – Support special needs student by assisting with their specific requirements, including lifting, feeding, and toileting as necessary.
• Clerical Duties – Perform clerical tasks such as grading assignments, recording grades, and maintaining student records while ensuring confidentiality.
• Health Procedures – May be required to perform specialized health procedures, including administering medications and other health‑related tasks.
• Transportation Duties – Assist with supervision of student…