NC Pre-K Teacher Assistant Position Available In Randolph, North Carolina

NC Pre-K Teacher Assistant
Randolph County School System
Liberty Elementary – Liberty, North Carolina This job is also posted in Randolph County School System
Job Details

Job ID:

5238390

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Jun 16, 2025

Starting Date:

Immediately
Job Description
7.75 hours daily/ 10 months
Must have one of the following: an Associate degree or 48 semester hours, and meet all PreK requirements
Must be willing and eligible to obtain a bus driver’s license and sub as needed on the bus
#332505
POSITION TITLE
Teacher Assistant

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Assigned school/classroom(s)
SALARY
Salary Grade 56 plus supplement

FLSA STATUS

Non Exempt

REPORTS TO

Assigned Teacher/Principal

SUPERVISES

None

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday

WORK HOURS

40
NUMBER

OF MONTHS PER YEAR

10

POSITION PURPOSE:

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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND

ABILITIES

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 serve as a testing proctor as requested
Ability to maintain basic files and records
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to speak English clearly in order to be understood by students
Ability to exhibit empathy and patience especially with younger children and children with special needs
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma
Associate Degree; or
Minimum of 48 semester hours of college coursework; or
Pass Work Keys Assessment

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a 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 assisting students with special needs
Able to obtain a North Carolina Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License with school bus certification and P&S endorsements

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 helps maintain discipline in the classroom
Record time out and in class suspension
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
Provides 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 display and instructional materials
Maintain and operate audiovisual equipment
Feed students, when necessary; toilet students, if needed; and assist with any other tasks students are not able to perform for themselves
Participates 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

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work is considered light physical work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force. May be required to assist students including lifting, holding, restraining, guiding, leading by hand, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employees in this position are required to work in indoor and outdoor environments, and come into direct contact with RCSS staff, students and the public.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The following signatures acknowledge that the supervisor has verified the accuracy of the position description, has discussed position requirements with the employee, and has advised the employee of work performance expectations Reviewed by: Employee’s Signature Date
Approval by: Supervisor’s Signature
Date
The completed and signed position description shall be maintained at the employee’s work location, shall be reviewed with the employee by his or her immediate supervisor, should be revised as required, and shall serve as the basis for all required evaluations.

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, any time.

Position Type:

Full-Time
Job Requirements