Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 School Year

Onslow County Public Schools•White Oak, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 School Year at White Oak High. The Teacher Assistant will report to the Principal/Supervisor and Classroom Teachers. The role involves assisting with classroom management, providing instructional support, and ensuring the safety and well-being of students. The position requires a commitment to following all rules, policies, and regulations of OCS, state, and federal government. The Teacher Assistant will also assist students with digital age learning and support the academic growth of all students, including those with exceptional needs. This is a 10-month term of employment.

Requirements

Working knowledge of effective methods of dealing with children.
Working knowledge of the core subjects at the grade level.
Knowledge of the school organization and its community.
Basic knowledge of expected behavior of children, that is, basic characteristics of ages and stages.
Ability to operate a variety of technology.
Ability to work cooperatively with other school personnel.
Ability to maintain composure in difficult situations
Ability to solve independently most minor problems.
Ability to follow minimally detailed written and oral instructions without constant supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of student information.
Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited college or university required (must include an emphasis in mathematics, reading, writing and content knowledge)
Minimum 2.5 GPA required
Ability to be physically active, which includes, but is not limited to, standing, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, sitting, and walking, including repetitive motions.
Ability to stand in excess of 6 hours.
Ability to lift 15-30 pounds routinely and 30-100 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to facilitate the evacuation of students during emergency situations and/or drills.
Must be able to visually, auditorily, and physically monitor student performance and conduct.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

Two year Associate's Degree in Education preferred

Responsibilities

Follows all rules, policies, and procedures of OCS, along with state and federal regulations pertaining to school issues.
Assists in classroom/student management and maintaining discipline.
Gives group instruction as prescribed by teacher.
Provides individualized instruction.
Demonstrates various instructional activities.
Prepares visual aids and instructional materials.
Assesses student work as instructed by teacher.
Assists in recording student behavior, progress, and other related data.
Constantly monitors the safety and well-being of students in all areas of the school environment.
Distributes and collects instructional materials.
Assists students with digital age learning in the classroom.
Encourages and supports academic growth of students.
Models and promotes high level of ethical and appropriate behavior.
Assists with the needs of all students to include exceptional students.
Performs other related duties, as required or assigned by supervisor.