26/27 EC Assistant - Extended Content 322186

Young World Physical Education; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 27,208 - 38,502; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Fayetteville, North Carolina, is hiring a Support Assistant to assist teachers and provide support to students with special needs. The role involves planning instructional activities, attending to personal care, and fostering social interactions. Candidates should have at least 48 college credits from an accredited college, possess strong communication skills, and pass a background check. This full-time position offers a monthly salary between $2,438 and $3,450, with a starting date of August 12, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 48 college-level semester credits from an accredited institution.
• Experience with children is preferred.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with planning and organizing instructional activities.
• Support students in social activities throughout the school program.
• Attend to students' physical and personal care needs.

Skills

Assisting students with special needs

Classroom organization

Effective communication

Education

48 semester hours of college from an accredited college/university

Job description

Job Details

Job ID: 5705683

Posted: May 08, 2026

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Aug 12, 2026

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $2,438 to $3,450 Per Month

Job Description

Title: Support Assistant

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Qualifications

A minimum of 48 semester hours of college from an accredited college/university in college level courses. Meets minimum qualifications established by the Cumberland County Board of Education.

Application Requirements

Applicant must upload a legible copy of college transcripts showing degree earned or at least 48 college-level semester credits completed (Prerequisite Courses not counted).

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.
• Develop good relationships with children, their parents, and with teachers and other professionals such as speech, occupational and physical therapists.
• Conducts self as a positive role model, enjoys working as part of a team and has a responsible attitude.
• Maintain 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 a commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organizational core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer driven, and valuing diversity.
• 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.
• Stoop, kneel and sit on floor to interact with students.
• Physically assist students in completing various motor activities including lifting and carrying.
• Grasp scissors and writing implements to teach fine motor skills and to complete required planning activities.
• Running when necessary to demonstrate motor skills and when necessary to maintain children in the designated instructional area.

Essential Physical Functions

• Provide physical restraint when necessary.
• Feed students with disabilities who cannot feed themselves.
• Lift and transfer students to and from wheelchairs, the floor, mat tables, the toilet and the bus, etc.
• Provide and assist students with personal hygiene, including changing diapers, menstrual pads, etc.
• Provide CPR/First Aid when necessary.

Essential Visual Acuity Functions

• Visually track and supervise movements of children.
• Read 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.

Other Requirements

Background check with local and state law enforcement agencies required.

Contact Information

• Kenneth Williams, Principal
• 322 Douglas Byrd High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]