Elementary School Pre-K Educational Assistant

Job Summary
Perform instructional activities under the direct guidance of the Pre-Kindergarten teacher
Principal and Pre-Kindergarten Director.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
Reports To: Pre-K Classroom Teacher Principal and Pre-K Director
FLSA Status: NONEXEMPT
Supervises: Students
Job Goal
To assistant in providing the best possible education and services to the students of the Cannon
County School District.

Scope of Responsibility/Essential Functions
Required to work under the direct guidance of the Pre-K teacher
Assist individual students and small groups in developing academic skills
Assist the classroom teacher with planning for instruction
Perform such clerical duties as preparing instructional materials making reports and
other duties as assigned (clerical duties are not however limited to this list)
Administer all diagnostic tools as directed by the teacher
Assist in preparing the classroom and organizing all instructional materials and
equipment as directed by the teacher
Maintain student records as directed by the classroom teacher

Assist in the supervision of students on bus trips as directed by the building-level
administrator and teacher
Comply with all TDOE Pre-K policies procedures and guidelines as well as Childcare
Rules and Regulations
Required to attend district and state staff development including Child Abuse
Awareness CPR Certification and First Aid Certification
Attend all in-service when directed to do so by the principal Pre-K Director or Director
of Schools
Prepare for breakfast and lunch in the classroom
Recess or playground duty with teacher and Pre-K students
Dismissal of Pre-K students and early arrival as designated
Other Responsibilities

Project a positive image of the Cannon County School District at all times
Keep information confidential concerning school business
Act in a professional manner at all times
May operate a motor vehicle to conduct various work activities
Successful completion of Criminal Justice fingerprint/background process and drug
screen
Appropriate Attendance Record
Dress neatly and appropriately
Performs other duties as assigned

Temperament (Personal Traits)
Ability is required to schedule activities meetings and/or events; gather collate and/or classify
data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety
of circumstances analyze data utilizing defined but different processes and operate equipment
using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals
and/or groups work with data of varied types and/or purposes and utilize specific job-related

equipment. Problem-solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem-
solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines and problem-
solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to

satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include establishing and maintaining constructive
relationships adapting to changing work priorities maintaining confidentiality exhibiting tact
and patience and working flexible hours.

Capacity and Ability Requirements
Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform
adequately a task or job duty.

Skills are required to perform multiple highly complex technical tasks with a need to
periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based
competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include applying
assessment instruments operating standard office equipment including using pertinent
software applications and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
Knowledge is required to perform basic math including calculations using fractions
percentages and/or ratios; read technical information compose a variety of documents
and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw
conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform

the functions of the job include appropriate codes policies regulations and/or laws; age-
appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and

behavioral management strategies.

Terms of Employment
185 days
Salary
PayScale based upon years of Experience; General Purpose Early Childhood VPK Grant
Funded School Budget line: 73400-163
Evaluation
Principal Assistant Principal Pre-K Director
Physical Demand
The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following
physical demands: some lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling and significant fine finger
dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting 20% walking and 40% standing.

Working Conditions
Normal Working Environment
General Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of
responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so assigned. Elementary School Pre-K
Educational Assistants are in daily contact with other teachers students administration the
general public and other work-related personnel. The ability to handle complaints express a

service-oriented attitude communicate effectively with others and work with limited
supervision is vital.

Non-Discrimination Policy
The Cannon County Board of Education does not discriminate because of age race color
gender national origin disability religion genetics creed or veteran status in the provision of
services programs or activities or in employment opportunities or benefits. The Cannon
County School System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and member of TN Drug-Free
Workplace. Employees or applicants who need reasonable accommodations should contact
Human Resources for assistance.
Primary Location: Specific Cannon County Elementary School Site
Shift Type: Full-Time