Impactful Instructional Assistant - General Education

Wake County Public School System; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System seeks an Instructional Assistant to support teachers in elementary, middle, or high school settings. The IA will assist with instructional activities, manage materials, and help maintain a safe, engaging classroom environment for diverse learners.

The role requires strong Microsoft Office and Google Apps skills, ability to collaborate with staff, and a commitment to student confidentiality under FERPA. Some evenings or weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• For Title I schools: six coursework hours in childhood education, or two years’ childhood work experience.
• CPI certification may be required; CPI training provided.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instructional activities and materials.
• Plan and organize classroom procedures and supplies.
• Support individual students or small groups as directed.
• Participate in district staff development and ongoing professional growth.
• Maintain a positive disposition and supervise student safety at all times.
• May perform vision and hearing screenings and record results in EASi.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Instructional delivery

Teamwork

Communication skills

FERPA awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Six credit hours in childhood education

Two years’ childhood work experience

Job description

Wake County Public School System seeks an Instructional Assistant to support teachers in elementary, middle, or high school settings. The IA will assist with instructional activities, manage materials, and help maintain a safe, engaging classroom environment for diverse learners.

The role requires strong Microsoft Office and Google Apps skills, ability to collaborate with staff, and a commitment to student confidentiality under FERPA. Some evenings or weekends may be required.