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Special Education - NEST Educational Assistant

Wilson County School District
Lebanon, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/21/2025 CLOSED ON 1/15/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education - NEST Educational Assistant position at Wilson County School District?

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 5, and a starting rate of $14.87 per hour. For those with at least 2-year degree (or coursework equivalent), the appropriate grade is Grade 6, with a starting rate of $16.07 per hour.


Benefits include:

  • Employer-paid 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 - 1 day/month, 10 days/year, Personal leave - 2 days/year, and Bereavement leave - 3 days/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.

Salary : $15 - $16

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