Associate, Instructional Title I / Part-time / End of Year / 26-27

Esd113; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools seeks an Associate, Instructional Title I to support students at West Charlotte High School. This part-time role assists teachers, reinforces instruction, and helps create a productive learning environment under supervision.

Responsibilities include small-group instruction, progress monitoring, material preparation, and collaboration with EITs. The position requires a relevant degree or education equivalency and prior experience with children is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to support students individually or in small groups.
• Familiarity with lesson materials and learning activities.
• Willingness to follow teacher and school guidelines.
• Capability to use classroom technology for instruction.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to state, federal, and local laws, policies and procedures.
• Assist students individually or in small groups to master assignments.
• Collaborate with EITs to tailor strategies and leverage technology as needed.
• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, buses, and during field trips.
• Enforce school policies and coordinate with teachers.
• Present subject matter under guidance of teachers using various delivery methods.
• Assist with attendance, portfolios, paperwork, and materials organization.
• Prepare lesson materials, displays, equipment, and demonstrations.
• Participate in daily transportation duties for arrival and departure.
• Attend professional development and other meetings.

Skills

Classroom collaboration

Effective communication

Student-focused instruction

Technology use for instruction

Education

Associate's degree

Two years of higher education (48 credit hours)

WorkKeys assessment

DOL Teacher Assistant Apprenticeship Program

Job description

Associate, Instructional Title I / Part-time / End of Year / 26-27

West Charlotte High School

P.O. Box 30035

Charlotte , NC 28230

Non Instructional/Support Services

Job Number 4600324242

Start Date

Open Date 08/10/2026

Closing Date 10/09/2026

General Definition of Work

The instructional associate, under general supervision, performs support work with minimal decision-making discretion supporting assigned expanded impact teacher(s) (EIT) and instructing students individually or in small groups to reinforce instruction, monitor performance and support learning. Position encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic goals by creating a classroom environment conducive to learning. Employee performs school-based work to carry-out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Codes

Instructional Associate, JC 2419

Instructional Associate - Title 1, JC 2420

Hourly NC 07A/ Full-time, 10 months

Reports To

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
• Collaborate with EIT(s) in creating tailored strategies, leveraging technology as appropriate, to address each student's unique needs
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students
• Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
• Observe student's performance and records relevant data to assess progress
• Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using agreed upon methods of delivery (whole groups, small groups, and/or individual support)
• Assist with checking materials and portfolios, correcting papers, supervising, and testing as directed by the teacher
• Assist with student attendance procedures, record keeping, collecting money, organizing classroom learning spaces, and ordering materials
• Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations for their assigned classroom(s)
• Participate in the daily bus, car and van transportation duties involving children's arrival and departure to and from schools
• Participate in professional development and other meetings
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in assigned area
• Knowledge of and understanding of various learning styles, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement

Education and Experience

• At least one of the following below that has been completed required:
  • Associate's degree
  • Two years of higher education equivalent to 48 credit hours
  • Ability to pass a formal assessment (WorkKeys and 96 hours of in-service training)
  • Completion of the NC Department of Labor (DOL) Teacher Assistant Apprenticeship Program
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience working with children preferred

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

Additional Job Information

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• The work environment is performed in classroom setting and requires the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
• Work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten pounds of force
• Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
• Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
• Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
• Ability to move to other work locations
• Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, use of advanced technology

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.