Early Childhood Support Assistant – Classroom Aide

342 C. Wayne Collier Elementary; Hope Mills (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland County Schools in Hope Mills, NC is seeking a Support Assistant (Paraprofessional) to assist teachers and support students with diverse needs. The role requires coldly following classroom procedures, aiding with instructional activities, and promoting independence.

The position is full-time with duties including physical and personal care support, confidentiality, and collaboration with therapists and staff. Starting date is immediate; salary range is listed below.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 24+ college level semester hours completed along with approved Work Keys Assessments or at least 48 semester hours of college coursework.
• Meets minimum qualifications established by the Cumberland County Board of Education.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher with planning, organizing, and evaluating instructional activities; developing classroom procedures; preparing necessary materials; and presenting instructional activities as directed by the teacher.
• Assists the student to increase their confidence, self-esteem and independence.
• Attends to the students physical and personal care needs.
• Assists the student who has difficulty communicating with others.
• Supports students in social activities throughout the total school program.
• Demonstrates respect for children of all abilities and from all social and cultural backgrounds.
• Develops good relationships with children, their parents, and with teachers and other professionals such as speech, occupational and physical therapists.
• Maintains confidentiality standards.
• Participates in Staff Development as required by Cumberland County Schools.
• Serves as team player and role model for other employees in the organization; supports core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer driven, and valuing fairness.

Education

24+ college level semester hours or 48 semester hours of college coursework

Job description

Cumberland County Schools in Hope Mills, NC is seeking a Support Assistant (Paraprofessional) to assist teachers and support students with diverse needs. The role requires coldly following classroom procedures, aiding with instructional activities, and promoting independence.

The position is full-time with duties including physical and personal care support, confidentiality, and collaboration with therapists and staff. Starting date is immediate; salary range is listed below.