PE Teacher Assistant: Empower Student Growth

Swain West Elementary; Bryson City (NC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Swain West Elementary in Bryson City, North Carolina is seeking a Teacher Assistant – PE to provide instructional support and supervision for students. The role involves working under the principal and teachers to ensure quality instruction and safety.

The position is a 10-month, non-exempt paraprofessional role with potential one-on-one support for students with special needs. Requires an associates degree or 2 years of college and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, kneel repetitively.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with students & colleagues.
• Ability to perform under stress and adapt to emergencies.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Works in classrooms at the direction of the teacher.
• Conducts small group lessons and activities.
• Performs clerical tasks as directed.
• Provides individualized instruction.
• Monitors work assigned by the teacher.
• Reports student progress to the teacher.
• Attends workshops as assigned.
• Proctors during testing.
• Delivers a range of instructional activities.
• Assists with daily living skills and special needs when trained.
• Ensures safety and wellbeing of students.

Skills

Classroom support

One-on-one assistance

Behavioral support

Effective communication

Confidentiality

Education

Associates degree or 2 years college

Job description

Swain West Elementary in Bryson City, North Carolina is seeking a Teacher Assistant – PE to provide instructional support and supervision for students. The role involves working under the principal and teachers to ensure quality instruction and safety.

The position is a 10-month, non-exempt paraprofessional role with potential one-on-one support for students with special needs. Requires an associates degree or 2 years of college and strong communication skills.