Assistant, Teacher K-3/ (26-27)

Merry Oaks International Acad; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, NC seeks an Assistant, Teacher K-3 (26-27) to provide instructional support and classroom assistance under teachers and principals. The role emphasizes small-group instruction, supervision, policy enforcement, and collaboration to align with CMS standards and curricula.

The position requires an associate degree or higher education credits, or eligible to pass required assessments; two years of higher education (48 credits) is acceptable, with desirable

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 college credits or passing WorkKeys assessment or NC DOL Apprenticeship or NC ATA PD Plan.
• Desirable: Associate’s Degree with a concentration in Education.
• 2+ years of experience working with elementary age children.

Responsibilities

• Assist students individually or in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
• Enforces administration policies and rules governing students.
• Discusses assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Instructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
• Observes students’ performance and records relevant data to assess progress.

Skills

Student support

Classroom supervision

Instructional support

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Associate's Degree or 48 credits

Education concentration (Desirable)

Tools

Curriculum materials

Technology integration

Job description

Assistant, Teacher K-3/ (26-27)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5917033
Application Deadline: Nov 09, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)
Posted: Sep 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Summary

Working under the supervision of a teacher or principal, K-3 teacher assistants (TA) provide additional assistance and instruction to students. They assist the teacher in achieving the standards and objectives of excellence as set by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. They work cooperatively with the principal and teacher in providing a classroom environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional programs and available curriculum and technology materials. They work individually or in small groups to reinforce instruction, monitor performance and support learning. This position also performs a variety of instructional and classroom management supports. They perform necessary clerical tasks to support teachers.

Essential Duties

• Assists children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
• Supervises students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
• Enforces administration policies and rules governing students.
• Discusses assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Instructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
• Observes students’ performance and records relevant data to assess progress.

Education and Experience

Minimum

• Completion of an Associate’s Degree OR two years of higher education equivalent to 48 credit hours OR ability to pass a formal assessment (Workkey and 96 hoursof in-service training) OR completion of the NC DOL Apprenticeship Program OR completion of the NC ATA Professional Development Plan

Desirable

• Associate’s Degree with a concentration in Education
• 2+ years working with elementary age children

Licensing / Certification Requirements

• N/A

Please see attached job description for full details.

Position Type: Not provided

Contact Information

• CMS Staff
• 600 E. Fourth Street
• Fifth Floor
• Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]