Teacher Assistant (HQ) EC

Benson Middle; Benson (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnston County Public Schools' Benson Middle in Benson, North Carolina seeks a Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver to support instruction and student supervision for a 9-month term. The Highly Qualified Status requirements include a 2- or 4-year degree, 48 semester hours, or completion of Pathways to TA with WorkKeys.

Immediate starting date; reports to the Principal. The role combines classroom support with bus driver duties as needed, with a focus on helping students succeed in a safe learning

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; meet Highly Qualified Status by one of: 2- or 4-year degree; 48 semester hours; Pathways to TA Class + WorkKeys test.
• Working knowledge of effective methods of dealing with children.
• Ability to solve minor problems and follow detailed written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Gives group instruction and provides individualized instruction.
• Checks and corrects students’ work and keeps them on task.
• Prepares visual aids and duplicates instructional materials.
• Supervises students and promotes positive behavior.
• Reports student progress to the teacher and maintains records.

Skills

Dealing with children

Problem solving

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Teacher Assistant (HQ) EC

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Job Details

Job ID: 5554912
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: May 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Johnston County Public Schools

Job Description

Title: Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver-Highly Qualified Requirement

Term: 9 monhts

Reports To: Principal

Funded 26-27 UH (HR use only)

Qualifications: High school graduate or equivalent. Must meet the requirements for Highly Qualified Status by having one of the following qualifications: (1) Hold a 2 or 4 year degree, (2) Have completed 48 Semester Hours, or (3) Have completed the Pathways to TA Class and completed the accompanying WorkKeys Test. Working knowledge of effective methods of dealing with children. Ability to solve minor problems and follow detailed written and oral instructions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Academic Assistance

• Gives group instruction as prescribed by teacher; provides individualized instruction.
• Demonstrates various instructional activities.
• Checks and corrects students’ work while in progress; keeps students on task.
• Praises and reinforces achievement of students.
• Reports student progress to teacher.

Instructional Preparation/Support

• Arranges classroom furnishings and equipment, prepares visual aids and duplicates materials.
• Reorganizes materials at the end of day.
• Serves as proctor during testing; scores students’ papers as instructed by teacher; distributes and collects instructional materials.
• Attends workshops.

Report and Records

• Checks and report attendance.
• Enters data in health record, records student behavior and files data according to regulatory requirements.

Monitoring Student Behavior

• Supervises students in the classroom and in other locations (hallway, playground, etc.).
• Creates and distributes awards for positive behavior.
• Promotes student self-esteem; teaches citizenship, social skills, and respect for others.
• Reconciles minor student conflicts.
• Participates in development of discipline and policy.
• Disciplines misbehavior through approved methods.
• Reports discipline problems to teacher or principal.
• Reports significant change or lack of change in student behavior.
• Serves as team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organization core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer driven, and valuing diversity.

Duty to Drive a Bus/Sub Bus Driver/Bus Monitor/Sub Bus Monitor

• Serve as a Bus Driver/Sub Bus Driver/Bus Monitor/Sub Bus Monitor for a school bus or activity bus as required by principal. Shall have all qualifications prescribed by the State Board of Education and must maintain appropriate bus driver certification at all times.
• Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.

• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

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 Categories:
Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Dana Jernigan , Principal
• Benson Middle
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]