Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant, EP / 26-27
- Statesville Road Elementary
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Full Time
Exceptional Children Teacher Assistant, EP / 26-27
Statesville Road Elementary
P.O. Box 30035
Charlotte , NC 28230
Non Instructional/Support Services
Job Number...
Start Date
Open Date05/26/2026
Closing Date07/24/2026
General Definition of Work
The exceptional children (EC) teacher assistant, under general supervision, performs support work with minimal decision-making discretion assisting the assigned teacher and instructing EC students. Position works cooperatively to guide children in achieving goals of the students' Individual Education Program (IEP) and provides access to general education as needed. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary/Status
Hourly NC 07B/Full-time, 09 months
Reports To
Principal
Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
Essential Functions
Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums
Enforce administration policies and rules governing students
Discuss assigned duties with the classroom teacher to coordinate instructional efforts
Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
Collect data to document individual student progress toward IEP goals
Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using agreed upon methods of delivery (whole groups, small groups, and/or individual support)
Assist with checking materials and portfolios, correcting papers, supervising, and testing as directed by the teacher
Assist with student attendance procedures, record keeping, and organizing classroom learning spaces
Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations for their assigned classroom(s)
Participate in the daily bus, car and van transportation duties involving children's arrival and departure to and from schools
Assist and supervise during emergency drills, assemblies, specials (e.g. PE, art, recess) field trips and to other school related functions on and off school campus
Provide physical assistance to students as needed in the areas of self-help, clothing management, toileting (including accidents and catheterization), and feeding
Provide physical assistance to therapists and teachers as needed in duties related to occupational and physical therapy and mainstreaming classes
Provide physical assistance as needed to students by writing assignments, taking notes and/or writing students' responses under the direction of the teacher
Provide physical assistance as needed to students by lifting, positioning, assisting with walking and by pushing wheelchairs
Participate in professional development and other meetings
Perform related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and laws pertaining to exceptional children
Knowledge and ability to use current technology and alternate forms of communication relevant to specific disabilities. This may include low-tech and high-tech devices
Knowledge of classroom management and differentiation techniques
Knowledge of the Individual Education Program (process, strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning)
Ability to use research-based techniques in instruction and behavior management
Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
Education and Experience
At least one of the following below that has been completed required:
Associate's degree
Two years of higher education equivalent to 48 credit hours
Ability to pass a formal assessment (WorkKeys and 96 hours of in-service training)
Completion of the NC Department of Labor (DOL) Teacher Assistant Apprenticeship Program
One year working with EC children preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience
# of Jobs1.00
Term9 Month
Additional Job Information
Special Requirements
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
The work environment is performed in classroom setting and requires the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
Work requires sufficient physical strength and ability to exert physical effort as needed for crisis intervention or handling objects over thirty pounds
Work often requires bending, squatting, reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights
Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
Ability to move to other work locations
Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, use of advanced technology
Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress
Job AttachmentView Attachment
In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte - Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.
Statesville Road Elementary
P.O. Box 30035
Charlotte , NC 28230
Non Instructional/Support Services
Job Number...
Start Date
Open Date05/26/2026
Closing Date07/24/2026
General Definition of Work
The exceptional children (EC) teacher assistant, under general supervision, performs support work with minimal decision-making discretion assisting the assigned teacher and instructing EC students. Position works cooperatively to guide children in achieving goals of the students' Individual Education Program (IEP) and provides access to general education as needed. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary/Status
Hourly NC 07B/Full-time, 09 months
Reports To
Principal
Place of Work
The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.
Essential Functions
Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
Assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums
Enforce administration policies and rules governing students
Discuss assigned duties with the classroom teacher to coordinate instructional efforts
Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage
Collect data to document individual student progress toward IEP goals
Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using agreed upon methods of delivery (whole groups, small groups, and/or individual support)
Assist with checking materials and portfolios, correcting papers, supervising, and testing as directed by the teacher
Assist with student attendance procedures, record keeping, and organizing classroom learning spaces
Prepare lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations for their assigned classroom(s)
Participate in the daily bus, car and van transportation duties involving children's arrival and departure to and from schools
Assist and supervise during emergency drills, assemblies, specials (e.g. PE, art, recess) field trips and to other school related functions on and off school campus
Provide physical assistance to students as needed in the areas of self-help, clothing management, toileting (including accidents and catheterization), and feeding
Provide physical assistance to therapists and teachers as needed in duties related to occupational and physical therapy and mainstreaming classes
Provide physical assistance as needed to students by writing assignments, taking notes and/or writing students' responses under the direction of the teacher
Provide physical assistance as needed to students by lifting, positioning, assisting with walking and by pushing wheelchairs
Participate in professional development and other meetings
Perform related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and laws pertaining to exceptional children
Knowledge and ability to use current technology and alternate forms of communication relevant to specific disabilities. This may include low-tech and high-tech devices
Knowledge of classroom management and differentiation techniques
Knowledge of the Individual Education Program (process, strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning)
Ability to use research-based techniques in instruction and behavior management
Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
Education and Experience
At least one of the following below that has been completed required:
Associate's degree
Two years of higher education equivalent to 48 credit hours
Ability to pass a formal assessment (WorkKeys and 96 hours of in-service training)
Completion of the NC Department of Labor (DOL) Teacher Assistant Apprenticeship Program
One year working with EC children preferred
Equivalent combination of education and experience
# of Jobs1.00
Term9 Month
Additional Job Information
Special Requirements
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
The work environment is performed in classroom setting and requires the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
Work requires sufficient physical strength and ability to exert physical effort as needed for crisis intervention or handling objects over thirty pounds
Work often requires bending, squatting, reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights
Work regularly requires exchange of accurate and detailed information through oral and written communication
Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
Ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
Ability to move to other work locations
Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, use of advanced technology
Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress
Job AttachmentView Attachment
In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte - Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.
Job ID: 523483783
Originally Posted on: 6/3/2026
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