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Classroom Assistant | Burlington, North Carolina
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A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$36,462 / year median in North Carolina
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Minimum 6 months Paraprofessional or Special Education experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. Step into a rewarding opportunity supporting pre-K through 12th-grade students at private schools in a vibrant community near Burlington, NC! This full-time position runs from August 18, 2026, through June 10, 2027, offering a structured Monday through Friday schedule with 37.5 hours each week. Make an impactful difference as you work with students who present mild to moderate behavioral needs, helping nurture growth and academic progress. In this dynamic role, you'll collaborate with educators, provide individualized support, and handle a varied caseload spanning early learners to high schoolers. Some younger children may require assistance with toileting, so comfort and experience in this area are important.