2026-2027 EC Teaching Assistant (Associates/48CH)

Essential Duties

• Prepare and deliver instruction to students individually or in groups.
• Support students emotionally and provide physical assistance as needed.
• Work with students on curriculum tasks as guided by classroom teachers.
• Manage student behavior and assist with disciplinary procedures.
• Inform supervising teachers of any issues with specific students.
• Communicate with colleagues about student issues or special information.
• Contact and respond to families as directed by classroom teachers.
• Perform simple errands and tasks for students, such as sharpening pencils and carrying lunch trays.
• Perform classroom health procedures under the supervision of the school nurse.
• Assist in student evaluations and confer with the student evaluation team.
• Embrace and incorporate feedback from colleagues and other sources to improve teaching practices.
• Build positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff through regular communication.
• Leverage relationships to encourage desired behaviors and instructional habits from students.
• Participate in school-wide routines and activities to foster a positive school culture.
• Nurture and embody KIPP NC’s core values and the school’s cultures.
• Create a joyful classroom environment that celebrates learning and supports student achievement.
• Collaborate with leaders and coaches to identify areas for professional development.
• Attend practice clinics and professional development meetings to enhance teaching skills.

Building Positive Classroom and Schoolwide Cultures

• Develop positive relationships with students, families, teachers, and staff through regular communication.
• Engage in curbside check-ins with families at arrival and dismissal.
• Attend and participate in school events, including Back-to-School Night, family conferences, and report card conferences.
• Pinpoint and tap into the needs, wants, and underlying motivations of students.
• Participate in daily school routines to build a strong school culture.
• Embody and nurture KIPP NC’s core values in the classroom and school.

Exemplifying a Growth Mindset

• Identify areas of strength and growth for professional development.
• Attend practice clinics to refine teaching skills.
• Participate in Teacher Work Days, Regional Data Days, and Professional Development meetings.
• Collaborate with leaders and coaches to set goals for professional growth.
• Seek out opportunities for learning and growth as a professional.

Requirements

• A deep commitment to the mission of KIPP NC and the potential of all students.
• A deep commitment to improving the lives of economically marginalized children.
• An Associate’s Degree OR 60+ college credit hours.
• Working toward a Bachelor’s degree with a goal of becoming a certified Exceptional Children’s Teacher.
• Experience in teaching in K-12, preferably in high-performing charter schools and schools with a high population of students receiving free and reduced lunch.
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of economically marginalized students.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs + and stand on feet for 8+ hours per day.
• Criminal background check required.

Additional Notes

• Total benefits structure based on educational attainment.
• Health insurance options available.
• Paid parental leave and time off.
• Retirement plan with employer match.