Teacher Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Efland (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Schools in Efland, NC is seeking a Teacher Assistant to join the elementary team. This full‑time position supports instructional objectives, assists students with disabilities, and collaborates with the assigned teacher and principal.

Responsibilities include supporting classroom instruction, monitoring safety, maintaining records, and preparing instructional materials. Requirements include a high school diploma, 48 college hours, a minimum GPA of 2.0, and Spanish speaking ability.

Qualifications

• High School diploma is required.
• Minimum of 48 hours of college‑level coursework with a GPA of 2.0.
• If under 48 credit hours, the WorkKeys assessment is required.
• Spanish speaking ability is required.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with executing instruction and monitoring progress.
• Monitor safety and well‑being of students; support self‑esteem and independence.
• Maintain records of student progress and standardised documentation.
• Perform clerical duties and prepare instructional materials and displays.
• Provide one‑on‑one and small‑group assistance as needed.

Skills

Spanish speaking

Classroom support

Education

High School diploma

48 hours of college coursework

GPA 2.0 or higher

WorkKeys assessment

Equivalent training/experience

Spanish speaking

Job description

Teacher Assistant

Orange County Schools 324 – Efland Cheeks Global Elementary School – Efland, North Carolina

Job Details

• Job ID: 5839231
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Position Information

• Position Title: Teacher Assistant
• School / Department: Assigned school/classroom(s)
• Salary: Salary Grade 56 + 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 Type: Full‑Time

Position Purpose

The Teacher Assistant performs responsible human support and paraprofessional work, assisting classroom teachers or other professionals in achieving instructional objectives; assisting students with disabilities in achieving established goals; and providing personal care and mobility assistance. Further, the Teacher Assistant provides individual assistance with academic and behavioral problems and may lead small‑group activities as directed. The Teacher Assistant assists the supervising teacher with general housekeeping and clerical duties.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists the teacher with executing instruction and evaluating its effectiveness.
• Constantly monitors the safety and well‑being of students; monitors student attitudes and encourages self‑esteem; assists students with becoming increasingly independent.
• Monitors student behavior and helps maintain discipline in the classroom; records time‑outs and class suspensions; assists with crisis prevention; restrains students as needed.
• Assists students with learning; reinforces and clarifies instructions; conducts short sessions on improving study skills; provides one‑on‑one assistance as needed.
• Maintains standardized records and documentation concerning the progress of students.
• Performs general housekeeping duties in maintaining an orderly classroom; performs repair and maintenance tasks related to school equipment.
• Performs various clerical duties as needed, maintains records of student progress, develops and files incident reports, grades student papers and scores tests, checks daily attendance, makes copies, develops classroom display and instructional materials, maintains and operates audiovisual equipment, orders supplies, maintains class files, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist teacher(s) with executing instruction and evaluating their effectiveness.
• Constantly monitor the safety and well‑being of students.
• Monitor student attitudes and encourage self‑esteem.
• Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom.
• Record time‑out and in‑class suspension.
• Assist students with learning; reinforce and clarify instructions as permitted.
• Conduct short sessions on improving study skills.
• Provide one‑on‑one assistance as needed.
• Maintain standardized records and documentation concerning the progress of students.
• Perform general housekeeping duties associated with maintaining an orderly classroom.
• Maintain records of student progress as instructed by the teacher.
• Develop and file incident reports.
• Assist the teacher with grading student papers and scoring tests as requested.
• Serve as a test proctor as directed.
• Check daily attendance.
• Develop classroom displays and instructional materials.
• Maintain and operate audiovisual equipment.
• Participate in staff development workshops and staff meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Teacher and/or the Principal or Principal’s Designee.
• Have general knowledge of procedures to follow in the event of an emergency.
• Have some knowledge of the curriculum for the grade.
• Have the ability to motivate students.

Minimum Education

• High School diploma
• Minimum of 48 hours of college‑level coursework. A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required.
• Less than 48 credit hours, complete the Workkeys Assessment
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Spanish speaking

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience working in a classroom/environment

Contact Information

• Kelly Parks, Principal
• 324 – Efland Cheeks Global Elementary School
• Email: [e-mail]