Instructional Assistant

Job Title Instructional Assistant Location Alexander Wilson Elementary, Haw River, North Carolina Starting Date Aug 14, 2026 Salary Salary Grade 56 FLSA Status Non-Exempt Reports To Assigned Teacher/Principal Job Description The Teacher Assistant performs a variety of technical and clerical tasks in assisting a teacher. The Teacher Assistant may be requested to perform a wide range of tasks in order to support the efforts of the lead teacher, meet the needs of all students, assist with providing a secure testing environment as assigned, and ensure the provision of quality instruction for all students. In addition, the Teacher Assistant provides one-on-one assistance with academics and behavioral problems, may lead small group activities, and may be assigned to EC classes to provide appropriate assistance. The Teacher Assistant also assists the lead teacher with general housekeeping and clerical duties as needed. All duties listed under “Essential Duties” are at the request of, or under the direction of, the teacher to whom the Teacher Assistant is assigned. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Degree Level: Associate’s Degree Minimum Experience/Requirements: Hold at least an Associate’s Degree, have 48-semester hours of transferable college coursework, or have 96-contact hours of college coursework plus passing scores on the WorkKeys test. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students, especially when participating in inclusive activities Motivate students Maintain a clean and orderly environment Perform general clerical duties Maintain order and discipline in the classroom Operate common office machines Serve as a testing proctor as requested Maintain basic files and records Understand and follow oral and written instructions Speak English clearly to be understood by students Exhibit empathy and patience, especially with younger children and children with special needs Establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by assignments Education, Training, and Experience Minimum 48 hours of college-level coursework with a GPA of 2.0 or higher Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities Certification and License Requirements Valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles Preferred Qualifications Two (2) to five (5) years serving as a classroom teacher assistant Training in dealing with students with special needs Spanish speaking Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist teacher(s) with executing instruction and evaluating its effectiveness Constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students Monitor student attitudes and encourage self-esteem Assist students with becoming increasingly independent Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom Record timeouts and in-class suspensions Assist with crisis prevention; restrain students appropriately and as trained, as needed 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 Perform minor repair and maintenance tasks related to school equipment Perform various clerical duties as needed Maintain records of student progress as instructed by the teacher Develop and file incident reports Assist 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 Feed students when necessary; toilet students, if needed; and assist with tasks students are not able to perform for themselves 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 Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Ashley Westmoreland, Principal Alexander Wilson Elementary Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Position Type: Full-Time #J-18808-Ljbffr