Interim Lower School TA — Inspire Young Learners

Durham Academy, Incorporated; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham Academy is accepting applications for an interim full-time Lower School Teaching Assistant to begin November 2, 2026. The role supports a Lower School of about 300 students in grades 1–4, with classrooms of 18–19 students alongside a lead teacher and a full-time teaching assistant.

The position involves setting learning goals with the lead teacher, preparing instructional materials, and guiding students in small groups or individually, including leading whole group instruction when

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (preferably in education).
• Experience working with children in an educational environment.
• A passion and love for meeting the social and academic needs of children.

Responsibilities

• Setting learning goals with the lead classroom teacher.
• Preparing instructional materials for the lead teacher.
• Working with children on academic tasks in small groups or individually.
• Leading whole group instruction when appropriate.
• Supervising children at lunch and/or recess.
• Performing other duties as requested by the lead classroom teacher.

Skills

Experience with children in education

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferably in education)

Job description

Durham Academy is accepting applications for an interim full-time Lower School Teaching Assistant to begin November 2, 2026. The role supports a Lower School of about 300 students in grades 1–4, with classrooms of 18–19 students alongside a lead teacher and a full-time teaching assistant.

The position involves setting learning goals with the lead teacher, preparing instructional materials, and guiding students in small groups or individually, including leading whole group instruction when