Special Needs Education Aide — Classroom Support

ONSLOW COUNTY SCHOOLS; Swansboro (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Onslow County Schools is seeking an Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant to support teachers and therapists in classrooms for students with disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with academic tasks, behavior support, and data collection, while ensuring safety and confidentiality.

The role requires collaboration with school staff and active involvement in student progress, with emphasis on adaptive skills and inclusive education in a 10-month timeframe.

Qualifications

• Two year Associate's Degree in Education preferred.
• Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university required with emphasis in math, reading, writing and content knowledge.
• Minimum 2.5 GPA required.
• ETTP course completion and dated certificate must be obtained within the first school year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists teachers and therapists in daily classroom activities.
• Assist in classroom/student management and maintain discipline.
• Support students with individual academic assignments.
• Assist with gross and fine motor activities and daily living tasks.
• Record student progress and maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform clerical duties and prepare instructional materials.
• Monitor safety and well-being of students during school activities.

Skills

Disability care

Classroom management

English communication

Record keeping

Education

Associate’s Degree in Education preferred

Associate’s Degree with emphasis in math, reading, writing

Minimum 2.5 GPA

ETTP course completion

Job description

Onslow County Schools is seeking an Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant to support teachers and therapists in classrooms for students with disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting with academic tasks, behavior support, and data collection, while ensuring safety and confidentiality.

The role requires collaboration with school staff and active involvement in student progress, with emphasis on adaptive skills and inclusive education in a 10-month timeframe.