Assistant, Teacher K-3 / 26-27

Esd113; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Esd113 seeks a K-3 teacher assistant to support classroom instruction under the supervision of a teacher or principal. The TA reinforces lessons, monitors progress, and helps create a safe, productive learning environment using available curriculum and technology.

Responsibilities include assisting students in small groups, supervising in classrooms, halls, and on field trips, enforcing school policies, coordinating with teachers, and performing clerical tasks to support instructional goals.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Associate's Degree or higher education equivalent.
• Associate's Degree with a concentration in Education.
• Two or more years of experience working with elementary age children.

Responsibilities

• Assists children individually or in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Supervises students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, yards, gyms, and on field trips.
• Enforces school rules and policies during activities and transitions.
• Coordinates with teachers to plan instructional support efforts.
• Instructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment to prevent injuries.
• Observes performance and records data to assess progress.

Skills

Classroom support

Student supervision

Clerical support

Education

Associate's degree

Education concentration

2+ years elementary experience

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.