26/27 EC Assistant - Autism 459192

Cumberland-County-Schools; Spring Lake (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland County Schools is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support classroom teachers at 459 WT Brown Elementary in Spring Lake, North Carolina. This non-exempt role assists with instructional delivery, behavior management, and student record-keeping in an Autism program.

The position requires working knowledge of effective methods with children, the ability to follow detailed instructions, and a valid CDL if called upon to drive a school bus. Immediate start date and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of effective methods of dealing with children.
• Ability to solve minor problems and follow detailed written and oral instructions.
• CDL Bus license may be required and driving responsibility may be assigned.

Responsibilities

• Gives group instruction as prescribed by teacher; provides individualized instruction.
• Demonstrates various instructional activities.
• Checks and corrects students’ work while in progress; keeps students on task.
• Praises and reinforces achievement of students.
• Reports student progress to teacher.
• Attends workshops.
• Checks and reports attendance.
• Enters health data and records student behavior as required.
• Supervises students in the classroom and other locations.
• Promotes student self-esteem and teaches citizenship, social skills, and respect for others.

Skills

Working with children

Problem solving

Following instructions

Education

College transcript showing a degree was earned.

College transcript showing at least 48+ college level courses

College transcript showing at least 24+ college level courses + WorkKeys

Job description

Cumberland County Schools 459 WT Brown Elementary - Spring Lake, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

26/27 EC Assistant - Autism 459192

Cumberland County Schools 459 WT Brown Elementary - Spring Lake, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5897134
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE:Teacher Assistant

FLSA STATUS:Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

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 does not count any remedial/pre‑requisite courses).
• College transcript showing at least 24 or more college level courses completed (CCS does not count any remedial/pre‑requisite courses) plus WorkKeys Assessment with passing scores in these three areas: (1) Workplace Documents (Reading) – score of 4 or better, (2) Business Writing – score of 3 or better, and (3) Applied Mathematics – score of 4 or better.

Link to WorkKeys Assessments

Working knowledge of effective methods of dealing with children.

Ability to solve minor problems and follow detailed written and oral instructions.

Must obtain and maintain a CDL Bus license and drive a bus when called upon to do so.

REPORTS TO:Principal and Assigned Teacher(s)

JOB GOAL:To support the teacher in the teaching‑learning process for students.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Academic Assistance

Gives group instruction as prescribed by teacher; provides individualized instruction.

Demonstrates various instructional activities.

Checks and corrects students’ work while in progress; keeps students on task.

Praises and reinforces achievement of students.

Reports student progress to teacher.

Instructional Preparation/Support

Arranges classroom furnishings and equipment, prepares visual aids and duplicates materials.

Reorganizes materials at the end of day.

Serves as proctor during testing; scores students’ papers as instructed by teacher; distributes and collects instructional materials.

Attends workshops.

Report and Records

Checks and report attendance.

Enters data in health record, records student behavior and files data according to regulatory requirements.

Monitoring Student Behavior

Supervises students in the classroom and in other locations.

Creates and distributes awards for positive behavior.

Promotes student self‑esteem; teaches citizenship, social skills, and respect for others.

Reconciles minor student conflicts.

Participates in development of discipline and policy.

Disciplines misbehavior through approved methods.

Reports discipline problems to teacher or principal.

Reports significant change or lack of change in student behavior.

Obtains and maintains CDL bus license.

Completes the pre‑trip and post‑trip inspection.

Drives a bus when called upon to do so while maintaining proficiency in driving skills.

Maintains bus route schedule.

Maintains discipline and reports undisciplined students to school administration.

Discharge students only at authorized stops and transport only authorized students.

Complies with local and state traffic regulations and observes all mandatory safety regulations.

Reports delays and accidents.

Cleans the interior of the bus.

Serves as team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organizational core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer driven, and valuing fairness.

Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) when requested, for purposes of driving a school bus.

Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.

Must have finger dexterity and be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of kneeling, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background check with local and state law enforcement agencies required.

Must possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License.

Applicants must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) when requested for purposes of driving a school bus.

REV 04/25

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $2,438 to $3,554 Per Month
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Autism

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Ebony Forte-Johnson , Principal
• 459 WT Brown Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]