26/27 EC Assistant - Intellectual Disability Mild 455154

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 full-time Teacher Assistant to support the teaching-learning process for students. The role involves providing individualized instruction and monitoring student behavior while maintaining a safe environment.

Qualified candidates must have a college degree, a valid North Carolina Driver’s License, and the ability to obtain a CDL when necessary. The position offers a salary range of $2,438–$3,450 per month.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively with parents and staff.
• Able to provide group and individualized instruction as prescribed.
• Must have a valid North Carolina Driver’s License and obtain CDL.

Responsibilities

• Supports the teacher in the teaching-learning process for students.
• Provides academic assistance and individualized instruction.
• Supervises students and promotes positive behavior.

Skills

Effective methods for dealing with children

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

College transcript showing a degree was earned

College transcript showing at least 48 college level courses

WorkKeys Assessment with specified passing scores

Job description

26/27 EC Assistant - Intellectual Disability Mild 455154

Cumberland County Schools, 455 Westover High – Fayetteville, North Carolina

Job ID: 5609426
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Mar 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 12, 2026

Job Description

TITLE: Teacher Assistant

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College transcript showing a degree was earned.
• College transcript showing at least 48 college level courses completed (CCS does not count remedial/pre‑requisite courses).
• College transcript showing at least 24 college level courses completed (CCS does not count remedial/pre‑requisite courses) plus WorkKeys Assessment with passing scores in: Workplace Documents (Reading) score 4+, Business Writing score 3+, Applied Mathematics score 4+.

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

Working knowledge of effective methods for dealing with children.

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

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

• Provides group and individualized instruction as prescribed.
• Demonstrates instructional activities.
• Checks and corrects students’ work during lessons and keeps them on task.
• Praises and reinforces student achievement.
• Reports student progress to teacher.

Instructional Preparation/Support

• Arranges classroom furnishings and equipment; prepares visual aids and duplicate materials.
• Reorganizes materials at day’s end.
• Serves as proctor during testing; scores papers as instructed.
• Distributes and collects instructional materials.
• Attends workshops.

Report and Records

• Checks and reports attendance.
• Enters data in health record, records student behavior, files data per regulatory requirements.

Monitoring Student Behavior

• Supervises students in classroom and other locations.
• Creates and distributes awards for positive behavior.
• Promotes student self‑esteem; teaches citizenship, social skills and respect.
• 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 changes in student behavior.

Bus Operations

• Obtains and maintains CDL bus license; completes pre‑trip and post‑trip inspection.
• Drives bus when called upon while maintaining proficiency and safety.
• Maintains bus route schedule.
• Maintains discipline; reports undisciplined students.
• Discharges students at authorized stops; transports authorized students only.
• Complies with traffic regulations and safety regulations.
• Reports delays and accidents.
• Clears interior of bus.

Serves as a team player and role model; demonstrates commitment to continuous quality improvement and 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 obtain a CDL when requested for driving a school bus.
• Must communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.
• Must possess finger dexterity and perform life operational functions such as 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.
• Must obtain a CDL when requested for driving a school bus.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $2,438–$3,450 Per Month

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Dr. Vernon Lowery, Principal
• 455 Westover High
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]