2026

Lenoir County Public Schools•Kinston, NC

2d•$16•Onsite

About The Position

To perform a variety of tasks in order to support the efforts of the Lead Teacher, to meet the needs of all students, and to ensure the provision of quality instruction for all students.

Requirements

Must ALSO complete a BUS DRIVER APPLICATION (Position#540001) before you will be considered for employment in a Teacher Assistant position.
Must provide an Official Seal Transcript showing at least 48 SEMESTER HOURS from a Community College or a Four Year University.
High school diploma and a minimum of 48 hours of college level coursework required
CPR/1st Aid Certification
Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move approximately 40lbs.
Frequent stooping, bending, and kneeling are required.
Requires the ability to move quickly in a fast paced environment.
Compassionate about serving children using best practice techniques
Maintain student confidentiality
Possess positive communication skills to build interpersonal relationships with students, staff and parents
Maintain an acceptable attendance record and be punctual.

Nice To Haves

Associates in Early Childhood Education preferred
Minimum of two years teaching experience in a recognized early childhood environment or licensed child care facility preferred

Responsibilities

Assist the teacher with executing instruction and evaluating its effectiveness.
Monitor the safety and well-being of students, develop self-esteem of students, and encourage students to become increasingly independent
Monitor children's behaviors and deescalate inappropriate behaviors using redirection and other developmentally-appropriate techniques; employs strategies to protect students from injury
Assist and supplement planned activities; supervise activity centers; provide individual assistance with independent projects
Maintain a safe indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative pla y
Perform general housekeeping duties in maintaining a clean, orderly classroom
Maintain staff/child ratio and visual supervision of children at all times
Assist children with personal and self-help needs when necessary
Promote proper handwashing techniques; clean and sanitize classroom equipment and materials
Distribute morning and mid-day meals, prepare afternoon snack
Accompany students to and from the bus: guide students to and from classrooms
Comply at all times with applicable NC Child Care Regulations, NC Sanitation Guidelines, NC Fire and Building Codes, and Lenoir County Public Schools Standards
Report all complaints of child abuse, neglect, or improper care to supervisor
Maintain positive communication with co-workers to create a professional atmosphere
Follow a plan for professional development and demonstrates evidence of growth
Carry out non-instructional duties as assigned and/or as needed
Participate in staff development workshops
Driving a school bus is an essential function of this job.