General Education - Educational Assistant (2026-27)

General Education - Educational Assistant (2026-27) Wilson County School District Watertown Elementary - Watertown, Tennessee This job is also posted in Wilson County Schools, TN Job Details

Job ID:

5683243

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 29, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description

EFFECTIVE 2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR

Qualified applicant must have minimum of high school diploma or GED. Post-secondary education is preferred. The successful candidate will work under the directive of the teacher(s) or principal, helping carry out tasks and goals for the students he/she serves. This is a full-time, 180-day assignment 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 $14.33 per hour (Grade 1) or $14.65 (Grade 3). Benefits include: Low cost medical, dental, and life insurance for the employee. Dependent insurance options available by payroll deduction. Vision insurance Employer-paid retirement Paid time off: 10 sick, 2 personal, and 3 bereavement days per school year Thirteen (13) paid holidays each school year When applying, please be sure to include your resume and transcripts. Only complete applications will be processed for interview consideration.

Position Type:

Full-Time