Assistant, Pre-K - Montessori (26-27 SY: Start date 1/4/27)
Sedgefield Montessori
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Job summary
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools seeks a Pre-K Assistant to support the classroom teacher, assist with instruction, and help maintain a safe, engaging learning environment for young students.
The role requires CDA credential and ongoing education in early childhood; candidates should be able to work under supervision and in team settings within CMS facilities.
Qualifications
- CDA credential required.
- Working toward six documented semester hours per year toward an associate or bachelor’s degree in related field.
Responsibilities
- Adhere to state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
- Assist children individually or in small groups to reinforce learning.
- Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, and on school grounds.
- Discuss duties with the classroom teacher to coordinate instructional efforts.
- Prepare lesson materials and classroom displays for assigned classroom(s).
- Participate in transportation duties and professional development.
Skills
Education
Job description
Starting Date: Immediately
The Pre-K Assistant, under general supervision, performs support work with minimal decision-making discretion supporting the assigned classroom teacher and assists with the instruction of students. The Pre-K Assistant works cooperatively with the teacher and school administration in providing a classroom environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional programs and available resource materials. Employee performs support work to carry out the Board of Education policies and procedures under the direction of principal.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
See Below
Assistant, Pre-K, JC 2425 - NC 07 Hourly Non-Certified Schedule, 9 months, 40.0 hours per week
40.0 hours per week
Assistant, Pre-K – Montessori, JC 2428 - NC 07 Hourly Non-Certified Schedule, 9 months, 40.0 hours per week
Assistant, Pre-K Title I, JC 2456 - NC 07 Hourly Non-Certified Schedule, 9 months, 40.0 hours per week
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
- Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
- Assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, gymnasiums,
- Enforce administration policies and rules governing students
- Discuss assigned duties with the classroom teacher to coordinate instructional efforts
- Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
- Observe student performance and record relevant data to assess progress
- Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using agreed upon methods of delivery (whole groups, small groups, and/or individual support)
- Assist with checking materials and portfolios, correcting papers, supervising, and testing as requested by the teacher
- Assist in keeping classroom learning centers clean
- Assist with student attendance procedures, record keeping, and organizing classroom learning spaces
- Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations for their assigned classroom(s)
- Participate in the daily bus, car and van transportation duties involving children’s’ arrival and departure to and from schools
- Participate in professional development workshops
- Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations
- Perform related duties as assigned
- Knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in child development or early childhood
- Knowledge of and understanding of various learning styles, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
- Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
- Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
- Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
- Hold a Child Development Associate Credential- CDA credential required
- Hold, or be working toward and be able to submit a minimum of six documented semester hours per year until completion, associate’s degree in childcare administration, child development, early childhood education, school-age children, childcare administration, ECE-special education, ECE-teacher associate, human growth and development, school age children, or special education
OR
- Hold, or be working toward and be able to submit a minimum of six documented semester hours per year until completion, bachelor’s degree in birth-kindergarten, childcare administration, school-age children, child development, child and family development, child and family studies, child psychology, sociology, early childhood education, ECE-special education, ECE-teacher associate, elementary education, human growth and development, human growth and family studies, or human development and family studies
- Work experience in an early childhood setting preferred
- Must obtain Criminal Background Check (CBC) through NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) before start date
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation
- Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs
Application Deadline: Jan 06, 2027 4:59 AM (UTC)
Posted: Nov 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
The Pre-K Assistant, under general supervision, performs support work with minimal decision-making discretion supporting the assigned classroom teacher and assists with the instruction of students. The Pre-K Assistant works cooperatively with the teacher and school administration in providing a classroom environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional programs and available resource materials. Employee performs support work to carry out the Board of Education policies and procedures under the direction of principal.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
See Below
Assistant, Pre-K, JC 2425 - NC 07 Hourly Non-Certified Schedule, 9 months, 40.0 hours per week
Assistant, Pre-K – Exceptional Children, JC 2427 – NC 07B Non-Certified Schedule, 9 months,
40.0 hours per week
Assistant, Pre-K – Montessori, JC 2428 - NC 07 Hourly Non-Certified Schedule, 9 months, 40.0 hours per week
Assistant, Pre-K Title I, JC 2456 - NC 07 Hourly Non-Certified Schedule, 9 months, 40.0 hours per week
Principal
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
- Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
- Assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
- Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, gymnasiums,
- Enforce administration policies and rules governing students
- Discuss assigned duties with the classroom teacher to coordinate instructional efforts
- Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
- Observe student performance and record relevant data to assess progress
- Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using agreed upon methods of delivery (whole groups, small groups, and/or individual support)
- Assist with checking materials and portfolios, correcting papers, supervising, and testing as requested by the teacher
- Assist in keeping classroom learning centers clean
- Assist with student attendance procedures, record keeping, and organizing classroom learning spaces
- Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations for their assigned classroom(s)
- Participate in the daily bus, car and van transportation duties involving children’s’ arrival and departure to and from schools
- Participate in professional development workshops
- Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations
- Perform related duties as assigned
- Knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in child development or early childhood
- Knowledge of and understanding of various learning styles, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
- Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
- Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
- Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
- Hold a Child Development Associate Credential- CDA credential required
- Hold, or be working toward and be able to submit a minimum of six documented semester hours per year until completion, associate’s degree in childcare administration, child development, early childhood education, school-age children, childcare administration, ECE-special education, ECE-teacher associate, human growth and development, school age children, or special education
OR
- Hold, or be working toward and be able to submit a minimum of six documented semester hours per year until completion, bachelor’s degree in birth-kindergarten, childcare administration, school-age children, child development, child and family development, child and family studies, child psychology, sociology, early childhood education, ECE-special education, ECE-teacher associate, elementary education, human growth and development, human growth and family studies, or human development and family studies
- Work experience in an early childhood setting preferred
- Must obtain Criminal Background Check (CBC) through NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) before start date
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation
- Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
Job Categories:
Classroom Teacher > Montessori
Classroom Teacher > Preschool
- CMS Staff
- 600 E. Fourth Street
- Fifth Floor
- Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
- Phone: 980-343-1900
- Email: maxtntp@gmail.com
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