Assistant, Teacher K-3 (26-27 SY- Start date 10/19)

Reedy Creek Elementary; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an Assistant, Teacher K-3 (TA) to support an engaging classroom environment for students in grades K–3. The role involves providing instructional assistance, supervising students, and reinforcing learning under the supervision of a teacher or principal.

The position emphasizes collaboration with staff to ensure adherence to standards and the use of curriculum and technology resources.

Qualifications

• Minimum educational requirements: associate degree or equivalent per CMS policy.
• Desirable: associate degree in Education; 2+ years working with elementary age children.

Responsibilities

• Assists children individually or in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Supervises students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, and on field trips.
• Enforces administration policies and rules governing students.
• Coordinates duties with classroom teachers to support instructional efforts.
• Instructs and monitors students in use and care of equipment and materials.
• Observes performance and records data to assess progress.

Education

Associate degree

48 credit hours

WorkKeys & 96 hours in-service training

NC DOL Apprenticeship Program

NC ATA Professional Development Plan

Job description

Assistant, Teacher K-3 (26-27 SY- Start date 10/19)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5892978

Application Deadline: Oct 20, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 19, 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

Job Requirements

Contact Information

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

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