Exceptional Children's Personal Assistant at Middle Fork (Winston-Salem)

APPALACHIAN STATE U; Walkertown (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian State University operates the App State Academy at Middle Fork in Walkertown, North Carolina, seeking an Exceptional Children's Personal Assistant to support students under certified Exceptional Children educators. The role includes assisting with daily living activities, mobility, and academic support.

Behavior management and instructional help are key duties; starting date is immediate, with a background check required after an offer.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four-year degree in education, psychology, or related fields is preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Previous experience working with students with special needs is preferred.
• Prior experience in a school setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance and instructional support to students served by Exceptional Children services under certified EC educators.
• Assist with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, mobility, and behavioral management.

Skills

CPR certification

Experience with students with special​

Experience in a school setting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Four-year degree (education/psychology or related)

Job description

Exceptional Children's Personal Assistant at Middle Fork (Winston-Salem)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5945840

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 30, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Special Education > General Special Education

Job Description

The University of North Carolina System Laboratory School initiative was established by the North Carolina General Assembly to provide enhanced educational programming to improve student performance and to plan demonstration sites for the preparation of future teachers and school administrators. Appalachian State University operates the App State Academy at Middle Fork.

The purpose of this position is to provide personal assistance and instructional support to students served by Exceptional Children services under the guidance of certified Exceptional Children educators. This position will assist with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, mobility, academic support, and behavioral management.

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

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Job Requirements

• Graduation from high school; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Preferred Qualifications:


• Four-year degree (e.g., in education, psychology, or related fields)


• CPR certification


• Previous experience working with students with special needs


• Prior experience in a school setting

Contact Information

• Kato Thompson


• 330 University Hall Drive


• Boone, North Carolina 28608


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]