Classroom Support Specialist for Student Success

Wake County Public School System; Knightdale (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System is seeking Instructional Assistants to provide instructional support in elementary, middle, or high school settings. The role involves assisting teachers, organizing materials, and supporting diverse learners in a safe, engaging classroom.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and Title I prerequisites may apply. CPI certification may be required; opportunities for professional development are available.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Apps; able to create and edit documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Familiar with instructional delivery methods and aligning activities to lesson plans.
• Knowledge of core subjects at assigned grade level; supports diverse learners.
• Maintain FERPA confidentiality and privacy of student information.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate effectively.
• Motivate students and maintain a safe, supportive classroom environment.
• Support students from diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Strong oral and written communication for clear information flow.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instructional activities and class management.
• Help prepare materials and resources aligned to lesson plans.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop strategies for reinforcing skills.
• Work with individual students or groups as directed by teachers.
• Participate in district staff development and ongoing professional growth.
• Maintain a calm, positive disposition when interacting with students.
• May conduct vision/hearing screenings as trained and record results.
• Perform related duties as assigned by administrators.

Skills

MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Google Apps

Instructional delivery methods

Subject knowledge across core areas

FERPA confidentiality

Team collaboration

Student motivation

Diverse student support

Clear written and oral communication

Behavioral/academic interventions

Relationship building with staff, etc.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Six documented semester hours of coursework in childhood education (Title I)

Two years of work experience in a childhood setting (Title I)

Job description

Wake County Public School System is seeking Instructional Assistants to provide instructional support in elementary, middle, or high school settings. The role involves assisting teachers, organizing materials, and supporting diverse learners in a safe, engaging classroom.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and Title I prerequisites may apply. CPI certification may be required; opportunities for professional development are available.