Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant: Classroom Impact

Onslow-County-Schools; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Onslow County Public Schools' Morton Elementary in Jacksonville, NC seeks an Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year to support teachers and therapists in daily classroom activities for students with disabilities. The role involves assisting with behavior management, academic tasks, and motor activities for children aged 3 to 21, while maintaining safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications include a two-year Associate's Degree preferred and ETTP training within the

Qualifications

• Two year Associate's Degree preferred; regionally accredited degree required with emphasis in education-related content.
• Minimum 2.5 GPA and ETTP training within first school year.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers and therapists in daily classroom activities for students with disabilities.
• Maintains student progress records and assists with assessments.
• Assists with gross and fine motor activities and personal care tasks.
• Supports supervision during drills, field trips, and lunch/recess periods.

Skills

English communication

Disability care

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Behavior management

Data/record keeping

Education

Two year Associate's Degree in Education

Associate's Degree with emphasis in math, reading, writing

Minimum 2.5 GPA

ETTP course completion within first year

Job description

Onslow County Public Schools' Morton Elementary in Jacksonville, NC seeks an Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year to support teachers and therapists in daily classroom activities for students with disabilities. The role involves assisting with behavior management, academic tasks, and motor activities for children aged 3 to 21, while maintaining safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications include a two-year Associate's Degree preferred and ETTP training within the