Assistant Classroom Teacher

Francine Delany New School for Children; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Francine Delany New School for Children in Asheville, NC is seeking an Assistant Classroom Teacher (Teaching Assistant, K-8) to join a diverse, social-justice oriented community. The role focuses on supporting the lead teacher, preparing materials, and helping 20–22 students succeed across core subjects.

We value initiative, organization, and experience with children. This part-time position offers 28.75 hours per week over 10 months, with starting wages of $24.10 per hour and increases with

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an educational setting.
• Associates degree or equivalent required.
• Preference for educational training or study.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Knowledge of social justice teaching practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with lead teacher in classrooms of 20–22 students.
• Support reading, writing, math, science and social studies; assist with classroom management.
• Supervise lunch, recess, and specialists/electives.
• Occasionally cover for the lead teacher during absence.
• Perform clerical duties such as materials prep and record keeping.
• Attend required trainings.

Skills

Experience working with children

Commitment to diversity equity and IN

Knowledge background in social justice

Strong organization and initiative

Education

Associates Degree or equivalent

Preference for educational training or study

Job description

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Assistant Classroom Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 4865048

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position Title: Teaching Assistant, K-8 (grade level to be determined)

We are looking for someone with strong organization skills and initiative who loves to work with children, focus on their strengths and help them grow. Francine Delany is a diverse community with a commitment to social justice and we are seeking candidates with a strong work ethic and skills to support and enhance our community.

Position Description/Duties:

• Work collaboratively with lead teacher in class(es) of 20-22 students
• Work with individual students in reading, writing, math, science and social studies; assist with classroom management; and implement small group instruction
• Supervise lunch, recess, and specialists/electives (art, music, dance, P.E, Spanish)
• Occasionally cover the class for the lead teacher in case of an absence.
• Assist with clerical duties such as preparing materials, record keeping, and collecting money and paperwork
• Attend required trainings as scheduled

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with children
• Associates Degree or equivalent
• Preference for educational training or study
• Knowledge/background in social justice teaching
• Experience that aligns with educational philosophy/pedagogy of FDNSC
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Experience in working with/promoting a diverse environment

Hours: Part time, 28.75 hours/week, 10 months

Wages/Salary : Living Wage Certified: $24.10/hour starting salary. Pay increases with experience

About our school: Francine Delany is a tuition free public K-8 charter school in Asheville, NC, that is committed to promoting social justice and preserving the inherent worth and human dignity of every person. FDNSC serves approximately 190 students from diverse ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds and mirrors the demographics of the City of Asheville.

FDNSC recognizes the social and educational value of a diverse leadership, staff, and student community. We actively seek and encourage employee applications from qualified individuals representing diverse social, ethnic, and racial groups as well as individuals with diverse gender expression and sexual orientations.

FDNSC policies governing the conduct of employees prohibit discrimination based on an individual's protected classification under federal law, including antisemitism as defined in G.S. 12-3.2

To learn more about our school, please check out our website, www.fdnsc.net or Facebook page , and/or schedule a visit.

Thank you for your interest!

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $24.10 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Britney Ross , Operations Coordinator
• Francine Delany New School for Children
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]