26/27 EC Assistant - Support (87%) 306017

Young World Physical Education; United States; On-site; USD 23,671 - 33,496; Full time

Job summary

A regional school district is seeking a full-time Support Assistant in North Carolina. This role involves assisting students with physical and personal needs, helping them enhance their confidence and independence. Candidates should have completed at least 24 college semester hours and pass specific Work Keys Assessments. The position necessitates strong communication skills and the ability to work well in teams. Starting date is August 24, 2026, with a salary range of $2,121.06 to $3,001.50 per month.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 24 college level semester hours completed and passing Work Keys Assessments.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with instructional activities and planning.
• Support students' physical and personal care needs.
• Develop relationships with students and parents.

Skills

Assisting students

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical management

Respect for diversity

Education

24+ college level semester hours

Job description

Cumberland County Schools 306 Armstrong Elementary - Eastover, North Carolina

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

TITLE: Support Assistant

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

A minimum of 24+ college level semester hours completed along with the approved Work Keys Assessments (see below). Meets minimum qualifications established by the Cumberland County Board of Education.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must upload a resume and one of the following to qualify.

• College transcript showing a degree was earned.
• College transcript showing at least 48 or more college level courses completed (CCS HR does not count any remedial/pre‑requisite courses) uploaded into the application.
• College transcript showing at least 24 or more college level courses completed (CCS HR does not count any remedial/pre‑requisite courses) plus Work Keys Assessments with passing scores in these 3 areas: Workplace Documents (Reading) – Score of 4 or better, Business Writing – Score of 3 or better, and Applied Mathematics – Score of 4 or better.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the teacher with planning, organizing, and evaluating instructional activities; developing classroom procedures; preparing necessary materials; and presenting instructional activities as directed by the teacher.
• Assists the student to increase their confidence, self‑esteem and independence.
• Attends to the students physical and personal care needs.
• Assists the student who has difficulty communicating with others.
• Supports students in social activities throughout the total school program.
• Demonstrates respect for children of all abilities and from all social and cultural backgrounds.
• Develops good relationships with children, their parents, and with teachers and other professionals such as speech, occupational and physical therapists.
• Acts as a positive role model, enjoys working as part of a team, and has a responsible attitude.
• Maintains confidentiality standards.
• Participates in Staff Development as required by Cumberland County Schools.
• Serves as a team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organizational core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, customer‑driven mindset, and fairness.
• Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.

BASIC LIFE OPERATIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Walking within the classroom, to and from buses, cafeteria, recreational areas and other areas in the school and at school‑related activities away from the school.
• Climbs stairs as needed.
• Stoops, kneels and sits on floor to interact with students.
• Physically assists students in completing various motor activities including lifting and carrying.
• Grasps scissors and writing implements to teach fine motor skills and to complete required planning activities.
• Runs when necessary to demonstrate motor skills and when necessary to maintain children in the designated instructional area.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides physical restraint when necessary.
• Feeds students with disabilities who cannot feed themselves.
• Lifts and transfers students to and from wheelchairs, the floor, mat tables, the toilet, and the bus, etc.
• Assists students with personal hygiene, including changing diapers, menstrual pads, etc., during the school day.
• Provides CPR/First Aid when necessary.

ESSENTIAL VISUAL ACUITY FUNCTIONS:

• Visually tracks and supervises movements of children.
• Reads IEPs and other printed material.

ESSENTIAL AUDITORY ACUITY FUNCTIONS:

• Auditory acuity necessary to be aware of student verbal behavior and other auditory cues necessary for effective classroom management.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Background check with local and state law enforcement agencies required.

REV 04/25

Job Details

Job ID: 5599041

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $2,121.06 to $3,001.50 Per Month

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Bianca Carter , Principal
• 306 Armstrong Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]