Assistant, Pre-K - Montessori (26-27 SY)

Assistant, Pre‑K – Montessori (26‑27 SY) Charlotte‑Mecklenburg Schools – Charlotte, North Carolina Job ID: 5655177 | Application Deadline: Jun 21, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC) | Posted: Apr 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Essential Functions Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures. Assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers. Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, gymnasiums, etc. Enforce administration policies and rules governing students. Discuss assigned duties with the classroom teacher to coordinate instructional efforts. Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage. Observe student performance and record relevant data to assess progress. Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using agreed‑upon methods of delivery (whole groups, small groups, and/or individual support). Assist with checking materials and portfolios, correcting papers, supervising, and testing as requested by the teacher. Assist in keeping classroom learning centers clean. Assist with student attendance procedures, record‑keeping, and organizing classroom learning spaces. Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations for assigned classroom(s). Participate in the daily bus, car and van transportation duties involving children’s arrival and departure to and from schools. Participate in professional development workshops. Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations. Perform related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in child development or early childhood. Knowledge of and understanding of various learning styles, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning. Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs. Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums. Ability to problem‑solve utilizing sound judgment. Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business. Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgment. Education & Experience Hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential – required. Hold, or be working toward, and be able to submit a minimum of six documented semester hours per year until completion: Associate’s degree in child‑care administration, child development, early childhood education, school‑age children, child‑care administration, ECE‑special education, ECE‑teacher associate, human growth and development, school‑age children, or special education. Bachelor’s degree in birth‑kindergarten, child‑care administration, school‑age children, child development, child and family development, child and family studies, child psychology, sociology, early childhood education, ECE‑special education, ECE‑teacher associate, elementary education, human growth and development, human growth and family studies, or human development and family studies. Work experience in an early‑childhood setting is preferred. Salary/Status NC 07 – Hourly 9‑month schedule Reports To Principal Place of Work The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte‑Mecklenburg Schools. The district reserves the right to require work at other reasonable locations as needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education