Teacher Assistant, Niner University Elementary

University of North Carolina Charlotte

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Feb 07, 2025

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This posting will be used to fill five positions: 002331, 002334, 002344, 003473, 003468
UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report
If there is a document you feel is relevant to this position that you would like reviewed with your resume and application, you may upload it to the "Other Documents" section of the Applicant Documents.

Position Information

General Information

Position Number	003473
Vacancy Open to	All Candidates
Working Title	Teacher Assistant, Niner University Elementary
Position Designation	EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type	Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year	10
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday; 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (may alter slightly to bus schedule)
Hours per week	40
FLSA Status	Non Exempt
Division	Academic Affairs
Department	College of Education (Col)
Work Location	Niner University Elementary
Salary Range	Based on CMS Salary Schedule
Primary Purpose of Department	Pursuant to NC General Statute Chapter 116, Article 29 A(116-239.5), University of North Carolina at Charlotte is establishing a university laboratory school with the mission of "improving student performance in local school administrative units with low performing schools by providing an enhanced education program for students residing in those units and providing exposure and training for teachers and principals to successfully address challenges existing in high need school settings. The laboratory school shall provide an opportunity for research, demonstration, student support, and expansion of the teaching experience and evaluation regarding management, teaching, and learning." Niner University Elementary School, the lab school for UNC Charlotte, involves an integrated core curriculum for grades K-5 with an emphasis on research-validated practices and social emotional learning. Niner University Elementary seeks to serve learners "within a community-supported environment that fosters scholarship, engagement, and joy."
Primary Purpose of Position	The primary purpose of the Classroom Teacher Assistant is to work with students individually or in small groups to reinforce instruction, monitor performance and support learning. They partner with teachers to establish a classroom environment that will assure success for all. This position also performs a variety of instructional and classroom management supports, as well as, necessary clerical tasks to support teachers. Teacher assistants work collaboratively with teachers, students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and school community members to support the mission of Niner University Elementary in Charlotte, NC.
Summary of Position Responsibilities	Assists teachers with planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating instructional activities, developing classroom procedures, and preparing necessary materials. Supports and reinforces learning by working with students individually or in small groups to help them master identified skills/concepts. Supervises students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips. Enforces administration policies and rules governing students. Discusses assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts. Observe students' performance and record relevant data to assess progress. Monitors the safety and well-being of students; monitors student attitudes and encourages self-esteem; assists students with becoming increasingly independent. Monitors student behavior and helps maintain discipline in the classroom. Assists students with learning; reinforces and clarifies instructions; conducts short sessions on improving study skills; provides one-on-one assistance as needed. Maintains standardized records and documentation concerning the progress of students. Performs general housekeeping duties in maintaining an orderly classroom; performs repair and maintenance tasks related to school equipment. Performs various clerical duties as needed, maintains records of student progress; develops and files incident reports; grades student papers and scores tests; makes copies; develops classroom display and instructional materials; maintains and operates audiovisual equipment; maintains class files, etc. Participates in staff development workshops. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Administration.
Minimum Education/Experience	High school diploma. Minimum of 48 hours of college-level coursework. knowledge of daily routines of the classroom.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience	Associate degree with a concentration in Education 2+ years of experience working with elementary-age children Experience working with at-risk populations
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
Special Notes to Applicants	This posting will be used to fill five positions: 002331, 002334, 002344, 003473, 003468 UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/ The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report If there is a document you feel is relevant to this position that you would like reviewed with your resume and application, you may upload it to the "Other Documents" section of the Applicant Documents.
Posting Open Date	02/06/2025
Posting Close Date	05/04/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Proposed Hire Date
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Contact Information	Pamela Broome - Pamela.Broome@charlotte.edu

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Applicant Documents

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