Elementary Teacher Assistant (Part-Time 50%)

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Chapel Hill, North Carolina is seeking a Part-Time Elementary Teacher Assistant to provide support in the classroom. You will assist the teacher in managing classroom activities and work with students individually and in small groups.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma/GED and experience working with children is preferred. Responsibilities include guiding learning, supervising student activities, and maintaining a supportive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Must have either high school diploma/GED or 48 semester hours of education.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to perform physical tasks related to the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with individual and group learning.
• Guide independent study and enrichment activities.
• Communicate with parents and supervise students.

Skills

Working with individual students

Behavior management

Communication with parents

Education

High School Diploma/GED

48 semester hours of education

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Elementary Teacher Assistant (Part-Time 50%)

Scroggs Elementary School, Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Position Details

• Reports To: Principal and/or designee, usually the classroom teacher
• Salary Grade: 102
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Work Schedule: 10 months
• Work Location: Scroggs Elementary School

Position Summary

Assist the teacher in providing a well‑organized, smoothly functioning class environment. Relieve the teacher of non‑teaching functions to allow more time for preparation, individualization, and evaluation.

Essential Duties

• Assist the classroom teacher by working with individual students, small groups, or large groups.
• Reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher, and devise special strategies based on an understanding of individual students’ needs, interests, and abilities.
• Guide independent study, enrichment, or remedial activities set up and assigned by the teacher. Read to students, listen to students read, and participate in other oral communication activities.
• Distribute and collect workbooks, papers, and other instructional materials.
• Correct assignments and supervise testing and make‑up work as assigned by the teacher.
• Assist teachers with behavior management consistent with school policies and expectations.
• Keep the supervising teacher informed of any problems or special information about an individual student.
• Communicate with parents as directed by the teacher while maintaining student confidentiality.
• Supervise students during breakfast, lunch, bus duty, class, emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.
• Relieve the teacher for conferences and emergencies on a short‑term basis as required.
• Accompany students to special classes and assist students or the resource teacher as needed.
• Serve as a substitute teacher when needed, providing information and assistance to the substitute.
• Perform classroom health procedures under the supervision of the school nurse.
• Perform clerical duties such as checking and recording student attendance, collecting and recording money, keeping bulletin boards and displays up to date, and caring for classroom equipment.
• Participate in in‑service training programs as assigned.
• Maintain ethical behavior and confidentiality expected of licensed teachers.
• May be asked to serve as a school crossing guard.
• Perform any other tasks as the teacher or supervisor may assign.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Must have either 48 semester hours of education earned/passed, or 7 core area hours and passing scores on WorkKeys tests for Reading, Writing, and Mathematics, or 96 contact hours and WorkKeys scores for Reading, Writing, and Mathematics.
• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Previous experience working with children preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform mandatory activities such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, hearing, and repetitive motion.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds.
• Ability to safely perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other applicable standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other applicable standards.

Disclosure

This document provides descriptive information about the position. Work performed may vary. The information is a guideline for qualifications; it does not guarantee employment or promotion. The school reserves the right to change this document without advance written notice.