Teacher Assistant-Title 1-EC-40 Hours Weekly-Temporary-Must Be Highly Qualified-Available 09/21/2026

Stoner-Thomas; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Davidson County Schools in Lexington, NC seeks an EC Teacher Assistant for a 40-hour work week on a temporary basis starting 09/21/2026. The role supports classroom staff by assisting with IEP implementation, student supervision, and daily care needs, including feeding and basic medical procedures as needed.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and some related experience or training, and can operate standard teaching aids and school technology.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic needs and developmental stages of children.
• Knowledge of typical behavioral patterns and crisis intervention.
• Ability to follow oral and written instruction.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic.
• Ability to operate media and technology equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate instructional efforts with the classroom teacher.
• Assist with implementation of I.E.P. and maintain data therein.
• Support in principal's office, classrooms, media center, and labs.
• Plan, prepare, and develop teaching aids.
• Supervise groups in cafeteria, library, and playground.
• Present subject matter using multiple methods as directed.
• Operate learning aids and technology including computers.
• Assist students individually or in groups with assignments.

Skills

Guidance and coaching

IEP implementation support

Student supervision

Technology operation

Education

High school diploma

Related experience/training

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Teacher Assistant-EC-40 Hours Weekly-Temporary-Must Be Highly Qualified-Available 09/21/2026

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Job Details

Job ID: 5934017

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Teacher Assistant-EC-40 Hours Weekly-Temporary-Must Be Highly Qualified-Available 09/21/2026

Minimum Salary - Teacher Assistant $17.61 Hourly

A maximum of 5 years, none Davidson County Schools, relevant experience credit is available based on approved documentation by Human Resources.

Resume Required. Please view thejob description below. For more information contact: Savannah Sperlazzaatsavannahsperlazza @davidson.k12.nc.us

Title: EC Teacher Assistant with Bus Driver

Reports to: Director of EC

Terms of Employment: 10 Months

Salary: Pay Grade55

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

An employee in this class performs any combination of classroom duties to assist teaching staff. The employee must have the ability to execute details of the work according to general, broad based instructions, and be able to adapt to frequent and varying changes in work. The employee provides guidance and coaching to students, and requires the operation of various media and technology equipment such as computer, television, VCR, cassette player, overhead projector, laminator, copy machine and various other office equipment. This level is distinguished from Teacher Assistants due to the level of knowledge requirement and the variety and complexity of work performed. The employee assists teaching staff with the implementation of student’s I.E.P. (Individual Education Plan), assists in maintaining data therein, and is actively involved with day-to-day behavior management and/or possible physical restraint of students. Employees assist students in meeting their basic daily needs, such as feeding, personal hygiene, special medical procedures/equipment and administering medications, etc. Because of the nature of the work, the employee may be exposed to human blood and body fluids, and is subject to the OSHA requirements on blood borne pathogens. The employee is subject to work both inside and outside, and varied work environments. Work is performed under the supervision of the classroom teacher and is evaluated through conferences and observation, and through the quality and quantity of the work performed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Discusses assigned duties with classroom teacher to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Assists classroom teacher with implementation of student's I.E.P. (Individual Education Plan) and assists in maintaining data therein.
• Performs duties as assigned in such areas as the principal's office, classrooms, guidance office, media center, computer labs, or other special area assignments.
• Plans, prepares, and develops various teaching aids.
• Supervises groups to and in the cafeteria, library, playground, restrooms and other areas as assigned.
• Presents subject matter to students, utilizing variety of methods and techniques as directed by the teacher.
• Operates learning aids and technological equipment including computers.
• Assists others in the use of computer programs (teachers and students).
• Assists students, individually or in groups, with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts.
• Prepares, administers, grades student assignments, and assists with filing of student records and/or work.
• Assist students in meeting their basic daily needs, such as feeding, personal hygiene, special medical procedures/equipment and administering medications
• Assists teacher in preparation of reports and/or materials.
• Assists in conferring with parents on progress of students.
• Assists in maintaining cleanliness and general upkeep of classroom.
• Assists other staff in the department, as requested.
• Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of basic needs and developmental stages of children.
• Knowledge of typical behavioral patterns and appropriate techniques for behavior modification and crisis intervention.
• Ability to follow oral and written instruction.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic.
• Ability to operate various media and technology equipment such as computer, television, VCR, cassette player, overhead projector, laminator, copy machine and various other office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and parents.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads, employees, and the general public.
• Graduation from high school and 3 to 6 months related experience and/or training,