Long Term Teaching Assistant Substitute (January - March 2027)

The Expedition School; Hillsborough (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Expedition School in Hillsborough, North Carolina is seeking a Long Term Teaching Assistant Substitute for January through March 2027 to support Kindergarten students. The TA will assist with small groups, one-on-one work, and classroom tasks, and may cover classes when needed.

This part-time role pays $18.75 per hour, offers a 29-hour weekly schedule, and requires a flexible, growth-minded candidate who can lift up to 30 pounds and collaborate with staff across a multi-age campus.

Qualifications

• Flexible, quick learner who works well with young children.
• Growth mindset and willingness to grow professionally.
• Collaborate effectively with diverse staff.
• Strong classroom management in a multi-age setting.
• Self-starter who can organize personal schedule.
• Effective communication and positive attitude.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Photocopying and organizing learning materials.
• Work with small groups and one-on-one students.
• Supervise transitions between classes.
• Cover classes when teachers are absent.
• Potential to substitute teach when needed.

Skills

Flexible

Growth mindset

Self-starter

Collaborative

Classroom management

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Lift 30 lbs

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Long Term Teaching Assistant Substitute (January - March 2027)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5923691

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

The Expedition School is seeking a long term teaching assistant substitute (Kindergarten) for January through March of 2027. The teaching assistant will perform tasks that may include, but are not limited to:

• Photocopying
• Working with small groups of students
• Working one-on-one with a student
• Supervising the transition of students to and from special classes
• Organizing learning materials
• Covering a class in the event a teacher needs to step out

The teaching assistant will also be available to substitute teach a class in the event a teacher is absent and another substitute teacher is not available.

Requirements:

• Flexible, quick learner, caring with young children, able to take directions as well as self-start necessary tasks that help improve student learning, classroom environment and classroom teacher efficiency
• Have a Growth Mindset
• Work to achieve school philosophy and policies
• Be able to uncover student strengths
• Be a learner yourself, flexible and willing to grow
• Be able to collaborate effective with a variety other staff
• Utilize effective and positive classroom management techniques in a multi-age classroom
• Multi-task
• Be a self-starter, able to organize one’s personal schedule to get the job done
• Effectively communicate
• Positive attitude
• Must be able to lift 30 pound boxes and be able to bend, stand and move throughout campus. We have a multi-level campus including gravel, grass, and cement

Schedule

• 29 hours a week total
• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 8:15 AM-2:30 PM
• Early release Wednesdays from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
• Full-day Wednesdays from 8:15 AM-2:30 PM
• January 4th, 2027 through March 11th, 2027 (These are approximate dates only. Some shadow days in December may be included)

Pay

• $18.75 per hour

Nondiscrimination Policy

The Expedition School is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students, staff, and community members. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status in our educational programs, activities, admissions, or employment practices.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $18.75 to $18.75 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Sally Whitaker , HR & School Support Specialist
• The Expedition School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]