Elementary Teaching Assistant: Supportive Classroom Hero

Young World Physical Education; Maysville (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Onslow County Public Schools, Woodland Elementary - Maysville, North Carolina, seeks a Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports classroom teachers, assists in student management, and provides individualized instruction under supervision.

Candidates should have a two-year Associate's Degree in Education (preferred) or an associate's degree with emphasis in math, reading, writing, and content knowledge; must meet GPA and ETTP requirements.

Qualifications

• Two year Associate's Degree in Education preferred.
• Associate's Degree from regionally accredited college or university required (must include an emphasis in mathematics, reading, writing and content knowledge).
• Minimum 2.5 GPA required.
• ETTP course completion and dated certificate must be obtained within the first school year of employment (to register for ETTP, contact [e-mail]).

Responsibilities

• Follows all OCS rules, policies, and procedures.
• Assists in classroom/student management and maintaining discipline.
• Gives group instruction as prescribed by teacher.
• Provides individualized instruction.
• Demonstrates instructional activities.
• Prepares visual aids and instructional materials.
• Assesses student work as instructed by teacher.
• Monitors student behavior and progress.
• Ensures safety and well‑being of students.
• Distributes and collects instructional materials.
• Supports digital age learning in the classroom.
• Encourages academic growth and models appropriate behavior.

Skills

Dealing with children

Core subjects knowledge

Classroom management

Confidentiality

Technology use

Team collaboration

Behavior management

Education

Two-year Associate's Degree in Education (preferred)

Associate's Degree with emphasis in math, reading, writing and content knowledge

Minimum 2.5 GPA

ETTP course completion within first year

Job description

Onslow County Public Schools, Woodland Elementary - Maysville, North Carolina, seeks a Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports classroom teachers, assists in student management, and provides individualized instruction under supervision.

Candidates should have a two-year Associate's Degree in Education (preferred) or an associate's degree with emphasis in math, reading, writing, and content knowledge; must meet GPA and ETTP requirements.