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

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools seeks K-3 teacher assistants to support teachers and students. You will help reinforce concepts, monitor progress, and provide small-group instruction while maintaining classroom safety and order.

The role requires assisting with instructional tasks, supervision in multiple settings, and collaboration with teachers to ensure alignment with standards and curriculum.

Qualifications

• Assoc. degree or 48 college credits required or passing WorkKeys/NC programs.
• Associate's Degree with a concentration in Education is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience with elementary age children.

Responsibilities

• Assist children individually or in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums, and on field trips.
• Enforce school policies and rules set by administration.
• Discuss duties with teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Instruct and monitor students in use of equipment to prevent injuries.
• Observe performance and record data to assess progress.

Skills

Classroom support

Student supervision

Instructional support

Education

Associate's Degree in Education

Two years of higher education (48 credits)

Job description

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.

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

Licensing / Certification Requirements

• N/A

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In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte - Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.