Behavior Support Teacher Assistant

Rutherford County Schools

Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School - Forest City, North Carolina This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs, and Rutherford County Schools

Job Details

Job ID:

5906913

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Aug 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

Position Title:

Behavior Support Assistant

Reports To:

Principal and/or Designee

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Terms of Employment:

10 months

Pay Grade:

According to RCS Classified Salary Schedule

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

The Student Support Specialist serves as the on-site supervisor for a classroom of students. This individual ensures a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment by managing the physical classroom space and assisting students with academic and behavioral needs. The specialist collaborates closely with teachers and school staff to promote student success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Providing personal coaching and evidence-based support services to promote prosocial classroom behaviors and improved school engagement

Supervising and managing a classroom of students

Documenting attendance, participation, behavior, and student needs daily

Participating in student support team meetings and communicating student needs

Assisting with transitions, lunch, recess, and arrival/dismissal

Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to ethical standards

Engaging in ongoing professional development

Performing other duties as assigned

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree or 48 semester hours from an accredited college required

Experience in an educational or behavioral setting preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to supervise students and manage classroom environments independently

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to address both academic and behavioral needs effectively

Knowledge of behavior management strategies and educational technology

Familiarity with student support resources and services

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

Special Requirement:

The ability to obtain and maintain a valid North Carolina school bus driver's license may be required as a condition of employment for certain assignments within this classification. Assignment requirements are determined by school and district operational needs and may change at any time. Employees may be assigned, reassigned, or transferred to positions requiring bus-driving responsibilities and, when directed by the district, will be expected to obtain and maintain the required licensure within established timelines.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required