Teacher Assistant

2026-27 Teacher Assistant

Union Day School, Weddington NC

Union Day School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teacher Assistant to support instructional and administrative needs within the school. The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a teacher assistant or relevant classroom experience and demonstrate a commitment to fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment for all students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Classroom Support:
  Assist the classroom teacher with day-to-day activities, including classroom management, organizing materials, preparing instructional resources, and providing one-on-one or small group support to students.
• Instructional Assistance:
  Support students in understanding and completing assignments.
• Student Supervision:
  Supervise students during transitions, lunch, and other non-instructional periods as needed, maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
• Collaborative Planning:
  Work with teachers to implement lesson plans, gather materials, and adapt instructional activities to meet individual student needs.
• Data Collection and Reporting:
  Monitor student progress and behavior, providing feedback to teachers and assisting in maintaining accurate records of student performance.
• Resource Preparation:
  Help prepare materials for instruction and assessments, supporting the teacher with resources that enhance students' inquiry-based learning.

Job Title:

Teacher Assistant

Location:

Union Day School, Weddington NC

Position Summary:

Union Day School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teacher Assistant to support instructional and administrative needs within the school. The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a teacher assistant or relevant classroom experience and demonstrate a commitment to fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment for all students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Classroom Support:
  Assist the classroom teacher with day-to-day activities, including classroom management, organizing materials, preparing instructional resources, and providing one-on-one or small group support to students.
• Instructional Assistance:
  Support students in understanding and completing assignments.
• Student Supervision:
  Supervise students during transitions, lunch, and other non-instructional periods as needed, maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
• Collaborative Planning:
  Work with teachers to implement lesson plans, gather materials, and adapt instructional activities to meet individual student needs.
• Data Collection and Reporting:
  Monitor student progress and behavior, providing feedback to teachers and assisting in maintaining accurate records of student performance.
• Resource Preparation:
  Help prepare materials for instruction and assessments, supporting the teacher with resources that enhance students' inquiry-based learning.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  Minimum of an associate's degree; bachelor's degree in education or a related field preferred.
• Experience:
  
  At least one year of experience as a teacher assistant or related classroom role required; prior experience in an IB school is a plus.
• Skills:
  
  Strong organizational skills and adaptability.
• Communication:
  Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, and parents.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance: UDS pays 100% of employee's health insurance premium.
• Retirement: UDS matches 100% (up to 4%) of 403(b) retirement contribution.
• PTO