Prek Teacher Assistant

Public School of North Carolina • Winton, NC

75d

About The Position

The Teacher Assistant for Pre-K is responsible for providing support to the teacher in planning, organizing, and implementing the instructional program. This role includes a wide range of tasks to support the lead teacher, meet the needs of all students, and ensure quality instruction. The assistant will work closely with individuals and small groups, maintain classroom organization, and assist with clerical and technical tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, or
• Hold or be working toward an Associate Degree or higher in birth-through-kindergarten, child development, early childhood education, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher with planning and organizing instructional activities.
• Works with individuals and small groups to reinforce and assist in instruction.
• Maintains awareness of individual student needs, strengths, weaknesses, and problems.
• Assists with clerical and technical tasks in maintaining the classroom.
• Helps students understand rules and regulations.
• Shares responsibility for classroom cleanliness and neatness.
• Encourages students to use good manners and respect property.
• Acts as a role model to students.
• Supervises students and monitors behavior in various locations.
• Disciplines misbehavior through approved methods.
• Reports significant changes in student behavior to the supervisor.
• Reconciles minor student conflicts.
• Records data regarding attendance, health, and behavior.
• Communicates student needs to parents and the community.
• Participates in curricular and extracurricular activities.
• Takes responsibility for the class when the teacher is absent.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding students and the class.
• Receives training and in-service pertinent to the job function.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: High school or GED