EC Teacher Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Dunn, North Carolina is looking for a full-time Teacher Assistant to assist the teacher in organizing and implementing the instructional program. This role involves clerical support, maintaining classroom discipline, and providing individualized instruction.

The ideal candidate must hold an Associate degree or equivalent coursework, display strong communication skills, and demonstrate a commitment to positive student engagement. This position is essential in fostering a productive learning environment.

Qualifications

• An Associate degree/48 semester hours from an accredited college or university or Community College TA course (at least 96 contact hours).
• Passing WorkKeys score.
• Ability to assist in various instructional activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in the organizing and implementing the instructional program.
• Maintain awareness of goals and objectives in implementing the planned program.
• Demonstrate positive behavior towards students and staff.

Skills

Teaching support

Clerical skills

Communication

Education

Associate degree or Community College TA course

Tools

Computers

Classroom tools

Job description

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026

Job Description

Teacher Assistant

Qualifications: An Associate degree/48 semester hours from an accredited college or university or Community College TA course (at least 96 contact hours) and a passing WorkKeys score.

Reports to: Principal and Teacher

Purpose: To assist the teacher in the organizing and implementing the instructional program and to provide support for clerical, technical and monitorial functions.

Nature of Work: An employee in this class provides support to the teacher in the instruction of students. A wide variety of tasks are performed to support the teacher in the teaching-learning process for students. The work is directed by specific instructions, precedents and established policy. Problems are solved through the exercise of judgment in selecting the best course of action to be taken. Errors are expected to be recognized promptly by the supervisor and corrected with little negative consequence. The work is performed under the limited supervision of the teacher and/or principal.

Major Functions: Planning/Organizing the instructional program

The teacher assistant aids the teacher with organizing instructional activities, developing classroom procedures and preparing necessary materials.

Implementing the instructional program

The teacher assistant maintains awareness of goals and objectives in helping to implement the planned program and assists in the evaluation of its outcomes.

Clerical/Technical

The teacher assistant demonstrates clerical and technical skills necessary to assist with the implementation of the program.

Professional Behavior

The teacher assistant is involved in the total school program and maintains positive behavior towards students, parents, administration and staff.

Public Relations

The teacher assistant conducts self as a positive role model, communicates the needs of students, and works to facilitate the accomplishment of the total school program.

Monitorial

The teacher assistant assists in enforcing school policy and carries out supervisory duties to ensure a safe and healthy environment.

Housekeeping

The teacher assistant assists in developing good housekeeping procedures and shares responsibility for cleanliness of the classroom and school.

Other Duties

Drive a bus as needed

Physical Requirements: The ability to use a variety of equipment and classroom tools such as computers, copiers, calculators, pencils, scissors, and equipment for children is required. Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Due to amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for Light Work.

Illustrative Examples of Work

• Gives group instruction as prescribed by teacher
• Provides individualized instruction
• Demonstrates various instructional activities
• Monitors work assigned by teacher
• Checks and corrects students' work while in progress
• Keeps students on task
• Praises and reinforces achievement of students
• Reports student progress to teacher
• Assists with Accelerated Math/Accelerated Reader/Math Facts
• Serves as substitute teacher
• Scores students' papers as instructed by teacher
• Prepares visual aids
• Duplicates materials
• Reorganizes materials at the end of day
• Distributes and collects instructional materials
• Files data according to regulatory requirements
• Prepares bulletin boards or displays
• Attends workshops
• Serves as proctor during testing
• Monitors students (playground, cafeteria, hallway, restroom, classroom)
• Arranges classroom furnishings and equipment
• Addresses or records student behavior
• Drive bus as needed
• Assists with supervision of students during field trips

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Details

Job ID: 5346201

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jun 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

EC Teacher Assistant

Sampson County Schools Midway Elementary - Dunn, North Carolina

Contact Information

• Wendy Cabral
• 437 Rowan Rd
• Clinton, North Carolina 28328
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]