Assistant, Teacher K-5

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an Assistant, Teacher K-5 to support student instruction and ensure a safe, conducive learning environment. The role focuses on providing individualized assistance, overseeing students in a range of settings, and collaborating with teachers to achieve educational excellence.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Associate's Degree or equivalent education.
• Experience working with elementary-aged children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in mastering assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
• Supervise and ensure student safety in various settings.

Skills

Classroom Management

Instruction Assistance

Supervision

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent

Completed NC DOL Apprenticeship Program

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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.

• 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.
  
  

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 hours of 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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education, Education Administration Programs, and Government Administration

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