Exceptional Children’s (EC) Teacher Assistant – Behavior Support Classroom

East Franklin Elementary School; Franklin (NC); Presencial; USD 21 000 - 32 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

East Franklin Elementary School in Franklin, NC is seeking an Exceptional Children’s (EC) Teacher Assistant – Behavior Support Classroom. The role supports students with significant behavioral and educational needs under the supervision of an EC teacher and school administrators.

The position emphasizes implementing BIPs, providing instructional and behavioral support, collecting data, and maintaining confidentiality while promoting student independence and positive outcomes.

Qualificações

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent or be enrolled in an education-related program.
• Experience with or willingness to learn crisis prevention and intervention training/certification.

Responsabilidades

• Implement Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and positive behavior support strategies as directed.
• Provide individual and small-group instructional support aligned with IEP goals.
• Collect and maintain objective data on student behavior and progress.
• Maintain student confidentiality and follow district requirements.
• Supervise students and ensure a safe, structured classroom environment.
• Collaborate with EC teachers, general education staff, and admins.

Conhecimentos

Calm under pressure

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

IEP/BIP familiarity

Crisis prevention knowledge

Collaboration in teams

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Enrolled in education-related program

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Exceptional Children’s (EC) Teacher Assistant – Behavior Support Classroom

Macon County Schools East Franklin Elementary School - Franklin, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Macon County School District (NC) , and North Carolina School Jobs

Job Details

Job ID: 5924673

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Location: East Franklin Elementary School

Reports To: Principal and/or Designee

Term of Employment: 10 Months

Salary: Classified Salary Schedule

Position Summary

The Exceptional Children’s (EC) Teacher Assistant – Behavior Support Classroom provides specialized instructional, behavioral, social-emotional, and personal support to students with significant behavioral and educational needs.

Working under the direction of a licensed Exceptional Children’s teacher and school administration, the EC Teacher Assistant assists in maintaining a safe, structured, supportive, and positive learning environment. This position supports the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), instructional activities, positive behavior strategies, and crisis prevention and intervention procedures.

The EC Teacher Assistant plays an important role in helping students develop self-regulation, appropriate social skills, independence, and the academic and functional skills necessary to successfully access their educational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Behavioral & Social-Emotional Support

• Implement student-specific Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and positive behavior support strategies as directed by the EC teacher and appropriate school personnel.
• Recognize potential behavioral triggers and early warning signs and respond using approved prevention and de-escalation strategies.
• Remain calm, professional, patient, and consistent when responding to challenging, disruptive, or crisis behaviors.
• Assist students in developing appropriate coping strategies, self-regulation skills, conflict-resolution skills, and positive peer interactions.
• Reinforce classroom expectations and established behavior management systems consistently.
• Support students during transitions and other situations that may increase behavioral or emotional challenges.
• Utilize school- and district-approved crisis prevention and intervention procedures when necessary and in accordance with training, district policy, and applicable requirements.
• Promote student independence while providing the appropriate level of support based on individual student needs.

Instructional Support

• Assist the EC teacher with implementing instructional activities aligned with students’ IEP goals and educational needs.
• Provide individual and small-group instructional support as directed by the supervising teacher.
• Assist with modifying or adapting instructional materials and activities to meet individual student needs.
• Reinforce academic, behavioral, functional, communication, and social-emotional skills.
• Encourage student participation, independence, appropriate classroom behavior, and successful completion of assigned work.
• Support students in accessing the general education curriculum and school environment, as appropriate.
• Provide additional academic support during periods of behavioral or emotional difficulty to help students successfully return to instruction.

Data Collection & Documentation

• Collect and maintain accurate and objective data related to student behavior, academic performance, and progress toward IEP goals as directed by the supervising teacher.
• Track identified student behaviors, which may include frequency, duration, intensity, antecedents, triggers, responses, and outcomes.
• Assist with documentation related to significant behavioral incidents, interventions, or crisis situations in accordance with school and district procedures.
• Communicate relevant student observations and concerns to the supervising teacher and appropriate school personnel.
• Maintain student confidentiality and comply with all applicable federal, state, and district requirements regarding student information and educational records.

Classroom & Student Safety

• Provide appropriate and consistent supervision of students throughout the school day, including classrooms, hallways, transitions, meals, recreational activities, arrival/dismissal, and other assigned settings.
• Assist in maintaining a structured, organized, predictable, and safe classroom environment.
• Monitor the classroom and school environment for potential safety concerns and immediately communicate concerns to the supervising teacher or administrator.
• Respond appropriately and promptly when a student poses a potential safety risk to themselves or others.
• Follow all Macon County Schools procedures regarding student safety, emergency response, crisis prevention, and intervention.
• Participate in required crisis prevention and intervention training and maintain certification as required by the district.

Collaboration & Professional Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with EC teachers, general education teachers, administrators, counselors, related service providers, and other members of the student support team.
• Communicate professionally and appropriately regarding student needs, behaviors, and progress.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries with students and model respectful and appropriate behavior.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and school-related information.
• Participate in required meetings, professional development, training, and other activities as assigned.
• Demonstrate dependability, professionalism, flexibility, and a willingness to support the needs of students and the school.
• Follow all Macon County Schools policies, procedures, professional expectations, and applicable state and federal requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising teacher, principal, or designee.

Qualifications & Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet applicable North Carolina requirements for employment as a Teacher Assistant/Paraprofessional or be currently enrolled in a college, university, educator preparation program, or other approved program leading toward a degree or credential in education or a related field.
• Candidates currently pursuing a degree or credential in Education, Special Education, Child Development, Psychology, Human Services, or a related field are encouraged to apply.
• Experience working with children or adolescents with disabilities, significant behavioral challenges, emotional needs, or other exceptional needs is preferred.
• Previous experience in an Exceptional Children’s, behavioral support, or educational setting is preferred.
• Experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, emotional disabilities, trauma-related needs, or significant behavioral challenges is preferred.
• Must be willing and able to successfully complete and maintain district-required crisis prevention and intervention training/certification.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to remain calm, professional, patient, and objective during challenging or high-stress situations.
• Ability to establish positive and appropriate relationships with students while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to follow and consistently implement IEPs, BIPs, safety plans, and teacher-directed instructional strategies.
• Ability to recognize escalating student behavior and appropriately utilize prevention and de-escalation techniques.
• Ability to accurately observe, collect, and document behavioral and academic data.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding students and families.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative educational team.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing student needs, behaviors, and classroom situations.
• Knowledge of positive behavior support practices and de-escalation strategies preferred.
• Dependability, consistency, good judgment, patience, and a strong commitment to student safety and success are essential.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, and move throughout the school environment for extended periods.
• Ability to provide close supervision and respond quickly when student safety is at risk.
• Ability to assist students with mobility, positioning, or other physical needs when required by the assignment.
• Must be physically capable of successfully completing required crisis prevention and intervention training and safely implementing approved techniques consistent with training, district policy, and applicable requirements.
• May be required to lift, assist, or support students or equipment as appropriate to the assigned classroom and individual student needs. Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds as needed.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties and responsibilities may be modified or assigned based on student needs and the operational needs of Macon County Schools.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kiomarie Wilson , HR Coordinator
• Central Office
• Franklin, North Carolina 28734
• Phone: [phone] Ext. 1038
• Email: [e-mail]

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