[Immediate Opening] 2025-2026 Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant

KIPP ENC PUBLIC SCHOOLS INC • Gaston, NC

31m • $37,000 - $39,000

About The Position

Every School. Every Student. Every Day.
Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP) North Carolina, is a network of eight tuition-free, college-preparatory public charter schools educating approximately 3,000 students in grades K-12 in Durham, Halifax, Northampton and Mecklenburg counties. At KIPP NC, we are committed to improving the life outcomes of North Carolina’s children through the delivery of research-based, rigorous curricula that are grounded in research, and clearing the paths that our students choose to follow by ensuring that they have the roadmaps and guideposts they need to arrive at success - however they define it.
At KIPP, we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools. Especially our teachers. Their skill. Energy. Love. Their determination. On the good days and on the hard days. So we support our teachers to make the most of those gifts. It starts with respect – for our teachers’ innate talent and desire to learn, for their professional growth and the lives they lead beyond our walls. We offer pay and benefits that reflect our appreciation for the invaluable role our teachers play in lighting paths to opportunity for our students. And as our teachers progress through the day, the year and their careers, we ensure they always feel the KIPP Team and Family at their backs, with opportunities to lead, and support to grow.
Together, our students, schools, families and communities share an ambitious mission to create a future without limits. And the only way to realize it is with talented teachers like you. Shape the future, for your students and yourself, by joining KIPP today.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or 48+ college credit hours
• Experience working with students with autism or other developmental disabilities.
• Ability to follow detailed plans and behavior strategies under supervision.
• Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and reliability.
• Ability to lift or assist with lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to walk and transition between classrooms and school areas frequently.
• Capable of assisting in crisis-prevention or safety procedures as trained.

Nice To Haves

• Experience implementing ABA strategies, data collection, or behavioral support plans.
• CPR/First Aid and CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Prior experience in a public school or special education setting.

Responsibilities

• Accompany the student throughout the school day (e.g., classroom, enrichment/electives, lunch, recess, transitions) to provide consistent support and supervision.
• Reinforce academic and behavioral strategies developed by the Special Education Teacher, General Education Teacher, and related service providers.
• Implement individualized supports such as visual schedules, structured work systems, token boards, task analysis, and prompting hierarchies.
• Encourage communication and social interaction, as needed, using tools such as AAC devices, PECS, or verbal prompting as guided by the EC, speech, and OT teams.
• Implement the student’s academic and behavior interventions with fidelity, following ABA-based and positive behavior support strategies.
• Use proactive interventions and reinforcement systems to reduce challenging behaviors and promote self-management.
• Collect and record behavioral and performance data as directed by the EC Teacher or Behavior Specialist.
• Support crisis prevention and de-escalation procedures when needed, maintaining a calm and supportive demeanor.
• Collaborate closely with the EC Teacher, general education teachers, related service providers, and school leadership to ensure consistent implementation of supports.
• Participate in IEP or data review meetings as requested to provide input on student progress.
• Communicate regularly with the EC Teacher about student performance, behavior trends, and any concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed based on the required scope of the work to ensure the effective delivery of services and alignment with organizational goals.
• Provide assistance with daily routines such as transitions, organization, and self-help skills as needed.
• Monitor the student’s well-being and ensure safety at all times while moving throughout the building.
• Follow all district and school protocols related to health, safety, and crisis response.

Benefits

• EC Assistants are paid based on educational attainment: Bachelor's Degree is $39,000 Associate's Degree or 48 + college credit hours is $37,000
• Health Insurance: State Health Plan with plans for individuals, spouses, children, and families
• Paid Parental Leave: 8 weeks of 100% paid maternity leave and 4 weeks of 100% paid paternity leave
• Paid Time Off + Sick Leave: 5 days of PTO and 6 sick days every year
• Retirement: An optional 403b with a generous employer match with immediate vesting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree