Exceptional Children Assistant

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• Date Posted: 9/18/2026
• Location:
  
  Progressive Education Program
• Date Available:
  
  10/02/2026
• Closing Date: 10/02/2026

Hours per Day
: 7 hours
Months of Employment
: 10
Position Type
:
Continuing
Level of Benefits
:
Full benefits
Pay Range
: $19.17 - $24.66(Salary range includes the 10.77 percent local supplement and is based on state service)
Minimum Degree Level
:
Associates Degree or 48 Credit Hours at an institution of higher education
Additional Position Comments
:
At Progressive Education Program, our assistants are valued members of a collaborative team working with students in high-needs classrooms. We recognize the challenges that come with supporting students who require additional care and to ensure success in the role we support our assistants by providing:

• Structured coaching and mentoring from experienced educators
• Ongoing feedback and professional development opportunities
• Collaboration with teachers, specialists, and administrators
• Guidance in classroom management and instructional strategies
• A team-based approach to managing high-needs classrooms
• Regular check-ins to ensure staff feel supported and confident in their role

Changing Lives. Inspiring Hope. Making Differences. If you're looking for a career where your heart matters as much as your skills, we invite you to become part of the PEP family.

• Substitutes are not considered permanent employees andshould not complete the internal application

We're here to help! For questions regarding position qualifications or application procedures, please contact Buncombe County Schools directly.

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