NC PreK Teacher Assistant

Trindale Elementary; Archdale (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Trindale Elementary in Archdale, North Carolina is seeking a dedicated NC PreK Teacher Assistant to support lead teachers and provide one-on-one and small group assistance. The role is 7.75 hours per day for 10 months, with duties including classroom support and creating a safe learning environment for all students.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or be enrolled in related studies, and be prepared to obtain a NC bus license if needed to substitute

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate degree in Early Childhood or be enrolled in an Early Childhood program, or obtain a CDA credential through Teaching Strategies.
• Must be willing and eligible to obtain a bus driver's license and sub as needed on the bus.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher(s) with executing instruction and evaluating its effectiveness.
• Constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students.
• Monitor student attitudes and encourage self-esteem.
• Assist students with becoming increasingly independent.
• Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom.

Skills

Student safety

Student motivation

Classroom management

Clerical duties

Testing proctoring

English communication

Empathy for children

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Randolph County School System Trindale Elementary - Archdale, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

NC PreK Teacher Assistant

Randolph County School System Trindale Elementary - Archdale, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs, and Randolph County School System

Job Details

Job ID: 5904023

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

7.75 hours daily/ 10 months

Must have an Associate degree in Early Childhood or be enrolled in an Early Childhood program, or obtain a CDA credential through Teaching Strategies

Must be willing and eligible to obtain a bus driver's license and sub as needed on the bus

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POSITION TITLE

Teacher Assistant

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Assigned school/classroom(s)

SALARY

Salary Grade NC05 plus supplement

FLSA STATUS

Non Exempt

REPORTS TO

Assigned Teacher/Principal

SUPERVISES

None

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday

WORK HOURS

40

NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR

10

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Teacher Assistant performs a variety of technical and clerical tasks in assisting a teacher. The Teacher Assistant may be requested to perform a wide range of tasks in order to support the efforts of the lead teacher, meet the needs of all students, assist with providing a secure testing environment as assigned, and ensure the provision of quality instruction for all students. In addition, the Teacher Assistant provides one-on-one assistance with academics and behavioral problems, may lead small group activities, and may be assigned to EC classes to provide appropriate assistance. The Teacher Assistant also assists the lead teacher with general housekeeping and clerical duties as needed. All duties listed under “Essential Duties” are at the request of, or under the direction of, the teacher to whom the Teacher Assistant is assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students, particularly when student is participating in an inclusive activity
• Ability to motivate students
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment
• Ability to perform general clerical duties
• Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom
• Ability to operate common office machines
• Ability to serve as a testing proctor as requested
• Ability to maintain basic files and records
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to speak English clearly in order to be understood by students
• Ability to exhibit empathy and patience especially with younger children and children with special needs
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma
• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two (2) to five (5) years serving as a classroom teacher assistant
• Training in assisting students with special needs
• Able to obtain a North Carolina Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License with school bus certification and P&S endorsements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist teacher(s) with executing instruction and evaluating its effectiveness
• Constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students
• Monitor student attitudes and encourage self-esteem
• Assist students with becoming increasingly independent
• Monitor student behavior and helps maintain discipline in the classroomThis content is consistent with the policies. }