Dual Language Spanish​/English Kindergarten Teacher Assistant

Burke County Schools Forest Hill Elementary School
- Morganton, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Burke County Schools Forest Hill Elementary School
- Morganton, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job : 5926460

Final date to receive applications: Oct 12, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Dual Language Spanish/English Teacher Assistant

Hourly Teacher Assistant

Ten-month employee

The Position is open until filled.

required to be bilingual in Spanish and English

A Dual Language Teacher Assistant’s primary duty is to provide instructional support for students and teachers in the Dual Language Spanish immersion classrooms. This Position leads groups across different subject areas with instruction delivered in Spanish. The lead dual-language teacher will have primary responsibility for the class’s overall instruction. However, in the absence of a lead teacher, the DLIA is expected to take over the lead instructional role in the classroom.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Under general supervision, performs various technical and clerical tasks to assist a teacher. Employees may perform a wide range of functions to support the lead teacher, meet the needs of all students, and ensure quality instruction for all students. Employee provides one-on-one assistance with academics and behavioral issues and may lead small-group activities. Employee assists the lead teacher with general housekeeping and clerical duties;

reports to the principal and the lead teacher.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assists the teacher in delivering instruction and evaluating its effectiveness.

Constantly monitors students’ safety and well-being; monitors students’ attitudes and encourages self-esteem; assists students in becoming increasingly independent.

Monitors student behavior and helps maintain discipline in the classroom; records time-out and in-class suspension; assists with crisis prevention; restrains students as needed.

Assists students with learning; reinforces and clarifies instructions; conducts short sessions on improving study skills; provides one-on-one assistance.

The Teacher Assistant will assist with maintaining standardized records and documentation concerning students’ progress.

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; checks daily attendance; makes copies; develops classroom display and instructional materials; maintains and operates audiovisual equipment; orders supplies; supports class files, etc.

Feeds students when necessary; assists students with toileting when needed; and assists with any other tasks students cannot perform for themselves.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs other related work as required.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to use various equipment and classroom tools such as computers, copiers, typewriters, calculators, pencils, scissors, equipment for children with special needs, etc. Must exert negligible force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects. Due to the time spent standing and walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for Light Work.

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