Teacher Assistant - Building-Based Substitute

MATOAKA ELEMENTARY; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MATOAKA ELEMENTARY in Williamsburg, VA seeks a Teacher Assistant - Building-Based Substitute to support classroom instruction and management. The role involves assisting the teacher, reinforcing lessons, and helping with materials and records in a busy elementary setting.

The position is full-time with an hourly wage and requires basic education credentials and reliable, patient support for students with diverse learning needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; six months related experience or training, or equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals; follow written or spoken instructions.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Clear speech and basic writing/computing skills.
• Concern for welfare and education of children; maintain confidentiality.
• Patience, dependability, punctuality, and ability to follow directions.
• Teacher Assistant II requires completion of at least 48 college credits.

Responsibilities

• Assist in skills practice and reinforcement activities, individually or in small groups.
• Help students develop skills using flashcards, games, worksheets and instructional aides.
• Assist with lunch, attendance and other classroom operation records.
• Maintain complete and accurate student records.
• Supervise and escort students to buses, study halls, lunch and other areas.
• Reinforce learning to help students complete assignments.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Writing skills

Clear speech

Confidentiality

Patience

Dependability

Follow directions

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 college credit hours

Job description

Teacher Assistant - Building-Based Substitute

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Job Details

Job ID: 5945345
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Grade: U02, U03 (Unified)

Revision Date: January 1, 2016

Location: Elementary School

Job Summary

Assists teacher with instructor-related work in a cooperative and supportive effort. Provides additional time for direct instruction by the teacher. Responsible for reinforcement of instruction under specific instruction from the teacher.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in skills practice and reinforcement activities, previously introduced by the teacher, either individually or in small groups.
• Helps students develop skills through use of flashcards, learning games, practice skills, worksheets, and other instructional aides.
• Assists with lunch, attendance, and other classroom operation records.
• Assists in maintaining complete and accurate student records.
• Supervises and escorts students to and from buses, in study halls, lunch, free time, classrooms, and other areas of the school.
• Encourages and assists students in completing individual or group learning assignments by reinstructing or reinforcing learning skills.
• Assists in maintaining an attractive, orderly, and safe learning environment.
• Assists students in finding and correctly using instructional supplies, materials, and equipment. Constructs learning materials and/or games appropriate for specific skills. Distributes and collects material as directed, and assists with the filing and cataloging of materials. Assists in the preparation and maintenance of bulletin boards.
• Performs clerical duties, including preparing and operating technology, photocopying, laminating, and instructional materials.
• Provides input to the teacher in planning daily and long-range programs for students.
• Models the WJCC Strategic Plan Values: Individualism, Integrity, Innovation, Accountability and Collaboration.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of the teacher.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)

• Must possess a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) and six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate through clear and grammatically proper speech, and basic writing and computing skills.
• Concern for general welfare and education of children; ability to accept and support all children; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Patience, dependability, interest, punctuality, and ability to follow directions.
• Teacher Assistant II: completion of a minimum of 48 hours of college credit.

Supervision Exercised

Monitors classroom activities in absence of the teacher.

Supervision Received

Performs duties under the direct supervision of assigned teacher; receives annual performance evaluation from the principal.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment. Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Employees are regularly required to stand and reach with hands and arms; walk; sit; stoop or kneel; crouch or crawl. Duties may involve risk resulting from attending to students’ physical or sanitation/hygiene needs. Must be physically capable of frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $18.56 to $29.50 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Office of Human Resources
• Phone: [phone]