Assistant, Exceptional Child (PNA) / 25-26

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an Assistant for Exceptional Children to support students in achieving their Individual Education Program goals. This role involves collaboration with teachers, data collection on student progress, and providing essential support during classroom activities and emergencies. Ideal candidates will have an understanding of exceptional child laws and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Understanding of laws and regulations related to exceptional children.
• Ability to operate current communication and assistive technology devices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instructing individual or groups of EC students.
• Collect data to monitor and document student progress.
• Provide physical assistance to students with self-help needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's Degree

Degree in Education

Job description

Assistant, Exceptional Child (PNA) / 25-26

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Job Overview

This position involves assisting teachers in supporting Exceptional Children (EC) to meet their Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and ensuring access to general education as appropriate.

Essential Functions

• Assist in instructing individual or groups of EC students across all curricular areas as directed by the teacher.
• Collect data to monitor and document student progress on IEP goals.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop instructional strategies.
• Manage materials, adapted equipment, and technology devices for classroom and individual use.
• Supervise students during emergency drills, assemblies, specials, field trips, and other school activities.
• Act as a bus monitor when specified by the IEP team.
• Report any issues or important information regarding students to the teacher.
• Participate in professional development and in-service training programs.
• Assist with checking materials, correcting papers, supervising tests, and maintaining learning centers.
• Support school routines, attendance procedures, and record keeping.
• Provide physical assistance to students with self-help, toileting, feeding, and mobility needs, including support during therapy sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of laws and regulations related to exceptional children.
• Ability to operate current communication and assistive technology devices.
• Effective communication skills in both oral and written formats.
• Knowledge of classroom management, differentiation, and IEP processes.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to respond proactively and reactively.
• Capability to provide personal and medical assistance to students as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent education (48 credit hours), or successful completion of assessment and training requirements.
• Preferred: Degree with a concentration in Education.
• Experience working with EC children is a plus.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Administrative
• Industries: Education, Education Administration, Government