K3 Teacher Assistant (HQ)

West Smithfield Elementary; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

West Smithfield Elementary in Smithfield, NC seeks a K3 Teacher Assistant (HQ) to support classroom instruction and student supervision. The role requires a high school diploma or higher and HQ status per state rules; duties include academic assistance, instructional support, data recording, and behavior management, reporting to the principal.

This 9-month, full-time position may include bus-related duties as needed, requiring teamwork, reliability, and adherence to district policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with one of the listed qualifications for Highly Qualified Status.
• Must meet Highly Qualified Status by having a 2 or 4 year degree, 48 Semester Hours, or Pathways to TA Class with WorkKeys.
• Ability to deal with children and follow detailed written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Gives group instruction and provides individualized support as prescribed by the teacher.
• Prepares visual aids, duplicates materials, and arranges classroom furnishings.
• Proctors tests, scores papers, distributes and collects instructional materials, attends workshops.
• Monitors attendance, enters health and behavior data, and maintains records as required.

Skills

Classroom instruction support

Following written and oral directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2- or 4-year degree

48 Semester Hours

Pathways to TA Class + WorkKeys

Job description

Johnston County Public Schools West Smithfield Elementary - Smithfield, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

K3 Teacher Assistant (HQ)

Johnston County Public Schools West Smithfield Elementary - Smithfield, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Johnston County Public Schools , and North Carolina School Jobs

Job Details

Job ID: 3836758
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: May 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Johnston County Public Schools

Job Description

Title: Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver-Highly Qualified Requirement

Reports To: Princpal

Term: 9 months

Site: West Smithfield ES

Qualifications: High school graduate or equivalent. Must meet the requirements for Highly Qualified Status by having one of the following qualifications: (1) Hold a 2 or 4 year degree, (2) Have completed 48 Semester Hours, or (3) Have completed the Pathways to TA Class and completed the accompanying WorkKeys Test. Working knowledge of effective methods of dealing with children. Ability to solve minor problems and follow detailed written and oral instructions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Academic Assistance

• Gives group instruction as prescribed by teacher; provides individualized instruction.
• Demonstrates various instructional activities.
• Checks and corrects students’ work while in progress; keeps students on task.
• Praises and reinforces achievement of students.
• Reports student progress to teacher.

Instructional Preparation/Support

• Arranges classroom furnishings and equipment, prepares visual aids and duplicates materials.
• Reorganizes materials at the end of day.
• Serves as proctor during testing; scores students’ papers as instructed by teacher; distributes and collects instructional materials.
• Attends workshops.

Report and Records

• Checks and report attendance.
• Enters data in health record, records student behavior and files data according to regulatory requirements.

Monitoring Student Behavior

• Supervises students in the classroom and in other locations (hallway, playground, etc.).
• Creates and distributes awards for positive behavior.
• Promotes student self-esteem; teaches citizenship, social skills, and respect for others.
• Reconciles minor student conflicts.
• Participates in development of discipline and policy.
• Disciplines misbehavior through approved methods.
• Reports discipline problems to teacher or principal.
• Reports significant change or lack of change in student behavior.
• Serves as team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organization core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer driven, and valuing diversity.

Duty to Drive a Bus/Sub Bus Driver/Bus Monitor/Sub Bus Monitor

• Serve as a Bus Driver/Sub Bus Driver/Bus Monitor/Sub Bus Monitor for a school bus or activity bus as required by principal. Shall have all qualifications prescribed by the State Board of Education and must maintain appropriate bus driver certification at all times.
• Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Darrick McNeill , Principal
• West Smithfield Elementary
• Email: [e-mail]