Pre-K Instructional Assistant @ Granite Falls Elem.

Caldwell County Schools; North Carolina; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Caldwell County Schools is seeking a Pre-K Instructional Assistant for Granite Falls Elementary as part of the Preschool Readiness Center in Lenoir, North Carolina. The role supports an inclusive preschool classroom serving typically and atypically developing children.

Under supervision, you will assist with lesson planning, family communication, and activities that promote self-esteem and social skills. Requires AA/AAS in Early Childhood and NC Child Care Credential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an AA/AAS degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or a related field.
• Must hold a current NC Child Care Credential or equivalent.
• Preferred experience with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans based on the approved curriculum.
• Ensure regular parent communication and family involvement.
• Assist in planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.
• Facilitate play, exploration, and learning which is developmentally appropriate for each child.
• Assist with formal and informal assessments of students.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher to regularly plan, monitor, evaluate and update activities to meet each student’s individual needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Education

AA/AAS in Early Childhood

NC Child Care Credential

Job description

Pre-K Instructional Assistant @ Granite Falls Elem.

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Job Details

Job ID: 5981630
Application Deadline: Nov 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Pre-K Instructional Assistant

Summary

Under general supervision, performs a variety of functions as an assistant teacher in a preschool classroom serving both typically and atypically developing children.

Required education, training, and experience

• Minimum of an AA/AAS degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or a related field.
• Must hold a current NC Child Care Credential or equivalent.

Preferred qualifications

• Preference given to those applicants who have experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and implementation of developmentally appropriate lesson plans based on the approved curriculum.
• Ensure regular parent communication and family involvement.
• Assist in planning and implementation of activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.
• Facilitate play, exploration, and learning which is developmentally appropriate for each child.
• Assist with formal and informal assessments of students.
• Collaborate with the lead teacher to regularly plan, monitor, evaluate and update activities to meet each student’s individual needs.

Position Description

• Collaborate with therapists, lead teacher, and other staff to incorporate individual goals in daily routines/activities.
• Assist in designing an appropriate learning environment that meets the developmental needs and goals of each student.
• Participate in professional development training and opportunities.
• Communicate appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff.
• Commit to participating in and building a peer team environment.
• Follow federal and state guidelines for the Exceptional Children Program.
• Ensure compliance with all NC Child Care Regulations.
• Support family engagement within the classroom and school.
• Maintain flexibility within the classroom, school and LEA to provide support. Work in conjunction with the NC Pre-K Instructional Facilitator, Exceptional Children Preschool Instructional Facilitator, and Preschool Program Coordinator in meeting all applicable standards and regulations.
• Must be able to routinely lift up to 40 pounds.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including computers, copiers, etc.

Must be able to exert up to 40 pounds of force routinely; and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Work environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations. There may be changing priorities and interruptions during the workday. Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or composite characteristics of people or things.

Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving instructions, assignments or directions to students.

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 Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Helena Vanhorn , Director
• Preschool Readiness Center
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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