EC Teacher Assistant (Adaptive) - Supportive Classroom

Orange County Schools; Hillsborough (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Schools in Hillsborough, North Carolina, is seeking an Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant (Adaptive) for Cedar Ridge High School. This full-time position supports students with disabilities under the supervision of the EC Teacher and provides instructional assistance, personal care, mobility support, and behavior management to create an inclusive classroom environment.

The role requires an Associate's Degree, experience with exceptional children, and the ability to lift and

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree minimum required.
• Experience with exceptional children preferred.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher to achieve instructional and behavioral objectives.
• Work with individuals, small groups, or large groups as assigned.
• Assist with behavior modifications and mobility tasks.
• Lift and operate adaptive equipment and assist with personal care tasks.
• Escort students and monitor safety during activities.

Skills

Patience with students

Classroom and instructional equipment

Interpersonal skills

Safety and discipline management

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Orange County Schools in Hillsborough, North Carolina, is seeking an Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant (Adaptive) for Cedar Ridge High School. This full-time position supports students with disabilities under the supervision of the EC Teacher and provides instructional assistance, personal care, mobility support, and behavior management to create an inclusive classroom environment.

The role requires an Associate's Degree, experience with exceptional children, and the ability to lift and