Instructional Assistant - Dual Language General Ed

Instructional Assistant - Dual Language General Ed.

Granville County Schools, West Oxford Elementary School, Oxford, North Carolina

Starting Date:
Aug 3, 2026

General Statement of Job

Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical and clerical tasks in assisting the dual language teacher in the Spanish Immersion program. The employee may perform a wide range of tasks to support the lead teacher, meet the needs of all students, and ensure provision of quality instruction for all students. The employee provides one-on-one assistance with academics and behavioral problems and may lead small group activities.

The employee assists the lead teacher with general housekeeping and clerical duties. Reports to a Principal and/or lead teacher.

• Assists teacher with executing instruction and evaluating its effectiveness.
• Constantly monitors the safety and well-being of students; monitors student attitudes and encourages self-esteem and independence.
• 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 as needed.
• Maintains standardized records and documentation concerning the progress of students.
• Performs general housekeeping duties to maintain an orderly classroom; performs repair and maintenance tasks related to school equipment.
• Performs clerical duties: develops and files incident reports; grades papers and scores tests; checks attendance; makes copies; prepares classroom displays and instructional materials; operates audiovisual equipment; orders supplies; maintains class files, etc.
• Feeds students when necessary; toilets students when needed; assists with any other tasks students cannot perform independently.

• Participates in staff development workshops.
• Performs other related work as required.

Must hold an associate degree and have successfully completed 48 hours or Work Keys Career Readiness Certification (including the writing test) requirements. Bus driving is a requirement for this position.

Must be bilingual in Spanish and English.

Dual Employment – All classified employees who work 30 or more hours sign a Dual Employment Agreement and must obtain an NC commercial driver license (CDL) with passenger endorsement to serve as a bus driver or monitor.

• Physical Requirements:
  
  light work; capable of using a variety of equipment and moving objects with negligible force.
• Data Conception: ability to compare and judge observable characteristics.
• Interpersonal Communication: ability to convey information and receive instructions.
• Language Ability: ability to read and prepare correspondence, reports, forms using a prescribed format.
• Intelligence: ability to apply rational systems to solve practical problems.
• Verbal Aptitude: ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Numerical Aptitude: ability to use mathematical formulas, add, subtract, and handle decimals and percentages.
• Form/Spatial Aptitude: ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape.
• Motor Coordination: ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately while using office equipment.
• Manual Dexterity: ability to handle a variety of office machines with minimal eye/hand coordination.
• Color Discrimination: ability to differentiate between colors and shades.
• Interpersonal Temperament: ability to deal with people, remain adaptable under stress.
• Physical Communication: ability to talk, hear, and communicate by telephone.

• General knowledge of activities performed by the lead teacher.
• General knowledge of daily classroom routines.
• General knowledge of student handbook rules.
• General knowledge of procedures to follow in emergencies.
• General knowledge of principles of organization and administration.
• Some knowledge of the curriculum for the grade.
• Ability to constantly monitor safety and well-being of students, especially during inclusive activities.
• Ability to motivate students.
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment and perform general clerical duties.
• Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom; operate common office machines.
• Ability to maintain basic files and records.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by work assignments.

DISCLAIMER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and…