EC Teacher Assistant Direct Support

Franklinville Elementary; Franklinville (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Randolph County School System’s Franklinville Elementary in Franklinville, NC is seeking an EC Direct Support Assistant to support students with special needs and assist teachers across the school day. This 7.75-hour, 10-month position runs for the remainder of the 2026–2027 year and emphasizes inclusion, safety, and independent learning.

Candidates must have an Associate degree, or 48 semester hours, or pass the WorkKeys assessment, and be willing to obtain a bus driver license for substitute

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 semester hours or WorkKeys required.
• Must have valid NC driver's license or be eligible to obtain one.
• Willing to substitute on the bus as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual assistance to students with disabilities.
• Support inclusion and access to the curriculum.
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff to promote independence.
• Monitor student safety during activities.

Skills

General knowledge of special education

Classroom routines

Student safety and well-being

Verbal and written communication

Collaboration with teachers

Ability to motivate students

Operate classroom equipment

Education

Associate Degree

48 semester hours

Pass Work Keys Assessment

Job description

Randolph County School System Franklinville Elementary - Franklinville, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

EC Teacher Assistant Direct Support

Randolph County School System Franklinville Elementary - Franklinville, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5964132

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 19, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

7.75 hours daily/ 10 months

Student days only

Position is for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year

Must have one of the following: an Associate degree, or 48 semester hours, or pass the WorkKeys assessment

Must be willing and eligible to obtain a bus driver's license and sub as needed on the bus

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POSITION TITLE

Exceptional Children Direct Support

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Assigned school/classroom(s)

SALARY

Salary Grade NC05 plus supplement

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

REPORTS TO

Principal, EC Director, and/ EC Assistant Director

SUPERVISES

None

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday

WORK HOURS

37.5

NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR

10 months/Student Days Only

POSITION PURPOSE

The EC Direct Support personnel work under the supervision of the school principal and the assigned Exceptional Children’s case manager to provide individual assistance and support that allows a student to participate in and access the curriculum and educational environment. The EC Direct Support personnel collaborates with assigned teacher and/or school personnel to encourage maximum student performance and develop independence across the continuum of the school day. The EC Direct Support personnel should demonstrate appropriate professional behavior and communication throughout the school day. The EC Direct Support personnel are assigned / reassigned to school locations by Exceptional Children Services based on individual student needs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the teaching of the special education population
• General knowledge of the daily routines of the classroom
• General knowledge of student handbook rules and regulations
• General knowledge of procedures to follow in an emergency
• General knowledge of the principles of organization and administration
• General knowledge of the curriculum for the assigned grade
• Demonstrate appropriate verbal and written communications to school staff, parents, and students
• Ability to maintain files and information
• Skill in the use of classroom and instructional equipment
• Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students, particularly when a student is participating in an inclusive activity
• Ability to motivate students
• Ability to operate audio visual, standard office, word and data processing equipment
• Ability to operate adaptive equipment
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with teachers, peers, parents, students, and administrators

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate Degree; or
• Minimum of 48 semester hours of college coursework; or
• Pass Work Keys Assessment

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles