Assistant, Teacher K-3 (37.5 hours) / 26-27

Windsor Park Elementary; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an Assistant, Teacher K-3 (37.5 hours) to support classroom instruction and student learning. Working under a teacher or principal, you will provide additional help, reinforce concepts, and assist in managing a productive learning environment.

The role involves working individually or in small groups, monitoring progress and supporting curriculum and technology use. Immediate start is available, with candidate alignment to stated duties.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: Associate’s Degree OR 48 college credits OR equivalent by assessment OR NC DOL Apprenticeship OR NC ATA PD Plan.
• Desirable: Associate’s Degree with Education concentration; 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 during field trips.
• Follows school policies and supports instructional efforts with teachers.
• Monitors students’ performance and records data to assess progress.
• Instructs and monitors use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries.
• Performs clerical tasks to support teachers.

Education

Associate’s Degree / 48 credits

Job description

Assistant, Teacher K-3 (37.5 hours) / 26-27

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Job Details

Job ID: 5849052

Application Deadline: Oct 01, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Jul 23, 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

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Position Type: Not provided

Contact Information

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