Special Education - PreK Educational Assistant

Qualified applicant must have minimum of 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 which 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 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. The Childhood Development Associate (CDA) Credential will also be accepted in lieu of degree or coursework requirements.

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 - 8 days/school year, Personal leave - 2 days/school year, and Bereavement leave - 3 days/school 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.