Job Description

Jackson Public Schools MS

Fast Track

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Jackson, Mississippi

Job Details

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Job ID:

5440822

Application Deadline:

Feb 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately

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Instructional Assistant/Exceptional Ed.


Qualifications



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

Ability to work with young children

Reports To



Principal

Supervises



Students when assigned

Job Goal



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.

Essential Functions



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.

Evaluation



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

Salary Information



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



Codes



MS Personnel/Accreditation Data:


801003 (Teacher Aide)

Position Type:

Full-Time

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