DCVPA Instructional Assistant - Exceptional Children

UNCW; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement options

Paid leave

Tuition opportunities within UNCSystem

Learning and development opportunities

Wellness programs

Job summary

UNCW is seeking a DCVPA Instructional Assistant for Exceptional Children to support teachers in delivering quality instruction in a safe classroom environment. This is a time-limited position with a closing date and 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week).

Responsibilities include monitoring students, assisting during activities, and helping maintain a positive learning atmosphere. Minimum education is a high school diploma; preferred qualifications include an associate degree and safety trainings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Associates degree or 48 semester hours college level coursework.
• Youth Mental Health First Aid Training.
• CPI Training.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• The DCVPA Instructional Assistant assists the teacher by monitoring and assisting students in the classroom and during other activities to ensure the provision of quality instruction in a safe environment.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Associates degree or 48 semester hours college level coursework

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

CPI Training

First Aid and CPR Certification

Job description

DCVPA Instructional Assistant - Exceptional Children

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a Time-Limited position.This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you submit for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

This position is designated as Exempt from the Human Resources Act ( EHRA ).

Benefits of Working at UNCW

At the University of North Carolina Wilmington, we are driven by a clear purpose: to empower student success, advance innovation, and strengthen the communities we serve. Guided by our strategic vision and commitment to excellence, UNCW offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where employees can make meaningful contributions while growing their careers. Located in coastal North Carolina, UNCW combines the energy of a thriving academic community with the natural beauty of nearby beaches and outdoor spaces. Here, professional opportunity is balanced with an exceptional quality of life - creating a workplace where you can thrive both personally and professionally. As a member of the Seahawk community, you’ll benefit from a culture that values well-being, lifelong learning, and connection. UNCW offers a competitive and flexible benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. From comprehensive health coverage and retirement options to generous paid leave, tuition opportunities within the UNC System, learning and development opportunities, and wellness programs, UNCW is committed to helping you thrive both at work and in your personal life.

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $37,000 - $41,225

Working Title

Working Title DCVPA Instructional Assistant - Exceptional Children

THE DCVPA Instructional Assistant assists the teacher by monitoring and assisting students in the classroom and during other activities to ensure the provision of quality instruction in a safe environment.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency; or demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Associates degree or 48 semester hours college level coursework.
• Youth Mental Health First Aid Training.
• CPI Training.
• First Aid and CPR Certification.

Required Certifications or Licensures

N/A

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

D.C. Virgo Preparatory Academy is a year round school which supports the academic, social, and emotional growth of students in kindergarten through eighth grades. Our model creates kinship networks, extended family units that support student growth and development. Our learning community is personalized, inquiry-based, experiential, and reflective.

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state’s coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. UNCW is distinguished by its commitment to putting students first, supporting world-class faculty and staff, delivering transformative learning experiences, and leveraging its unique proximity to the ocean. Recognized nationally for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking and reflects emerging industries and interdisciplinary innovation.

A public institution with about 20,500 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive MBA program structured for working professionals, and the nation’s first bachelor’s degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university’s efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

Founded as Wilmington College in 1947, UNCW moved to its present location in the heart of New Hanover County in 1961. The 660-acre campus is only minutes from Wrightsville Beach and historic downtown Wilmington and features Georgian architecture and designated conservation areas. Wilmington International Airport (ILM ) provides commercial air service to cities both domestic and abroad and is just six miles from the UNCW campus.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

EEO Statement

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents – except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Special Notes to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE : This is a Time-Limited position.This posting will close at 11:59PM (Eastern time) on the posted closing date. To receive full consideration, please be sure you have fully completed the entire application before you submit for this position. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.

Months Per Year

Months Per Year 12 Months

FTE

FTE 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)

Type of Position

Type of Position Time-limited

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions

Anticipated Ending Date if Time-Limited Positions 06/30/2029

Job Posting Date

Job Posting Date 11/13/2026

Posting Close Date

Posting Close Date 11/30/2026

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Posting Specific Questions

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• * How did you learn of this opportunity with UNCW? (2026)
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• * If you selected "Other" to the question above, please explain how you found out about this opportunity. Enter N/A if not applicable.

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