Temporary Teacher Assistant

Cabarrus County Schools; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitts School Road Elementary in Concord, NC is seeking a Temporary Teacher Assistant to support the lead teacher with instructional activities and classroom management. The role includes one-on-one student assistance, progress documentation, and clerical duties, under supervision of the principal.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma with additional credits or an associate degree, strong communication skills, and the ability to maintain a safe, orderly classroom environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 48 semester hours or
• High school diploma and Associates degree or higher or
• High school diploma and at least silver score on Workkeys

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating instructional activities and preparing materials.
• Monitor safety and well-being of students and encourage independence.
• Maintain classroom discipline and assist with behavior management.
• Provide one-on-one assistance and small group support as needed.
• Maintain and file progress records and incident reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom routines

Student safety awareness

Discipline in classroom

Clerical duties

Following instructions

Teamwork

Maintaining orderly environment

Use of office equipment

Record keeping

Emergency procedures

Curriculum knowledge (grade level)

Education

High school diploma + 48 credit hours

High school diploma + Associates degree or higher

High school diploma + silver Workkeys score

Job description

Cabarrus County School District Pitts School Road Elementary - Concord, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Temporary Teacher Assistant

Job Description

General Definition of Work

Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical and clerical tasks in assisting a teacher. Employee may perform a wide range of tasks in order to support the efforts of the lead teacher, meet

the needs of all students, and ensure the provision of quality instruction for all students. Employee provides one‑on‑one assistance with academics and behavioral problems and may lead small group activities. Employee assists lead teacher with general housekeeping and clerical duties. Reports to a Principal and/or lead teacher.

Qualification Requirements

• High school diploma and 48 semester hours OR
• High school diploma and Associates degree or higher OR
• High school diploma and at least silver score on Workkeys

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of daily routines of the classroom.
• General knowledge of student handbook rules.
• General knowledge of procedures to follow in the event of an emergency
• General knowledge of the principles of organization and administration.
• Some knowledge of the curriculum for the grade.
• Possess excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students, particularly when student is participating in an inclusive activity.
• Ability to motivate students.
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Ability to perform general clerical duties.
• Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom.
• Ability to operate common office machines.
• Ability to maintain basic files and records.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Salary Pay Grade NC04

Reports to Principal

Essential Functions

• Assist teacher with planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating Instructional activities, developing classroom procedures and preparing necessary materials.
• 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.
• 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.

• Participates in staff development workshops.
• Perform related tasks as required or directed by a supervisor.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to use a variety of equipment and classroom tools such as computers, copiers, typewriters, calculators, pencils, scissors, and equipment for children with special needs, etc.
• Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Due to amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for Light Work.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $16.80 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required