Exceptional Children's Personal Assistant

Position Summary

Classification

Title:

Administrative Support Associate-OSP

Working Title:

Exceptional Children's Personal Assistant

Location:

Winston-Salem, NC

Department: ASU/RCOE Lab School - 260850

Provide personal assistance and instructional support to students served by Exceptional Children services under the direction of certified Exceptional Children educators. This includes assisting students in activities of daily living such as eating, toileting, grooming, dressing, transferring, mobility and positioning, and performing a variety of technical and clerical tasks to support the Exceptional Children’s program.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Diplomas or degrees received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Four‑year degree (e.g., in education, psychology, or related fields).
• CPR certification.
• Previous experience working with students with special needs.
• Prior experience in a laboratory school setting.

Model and meet the expectations of the Portrait of a Lab School Team Member.

• Assist students with personal hygiene (e.g., toileting, grooming, and dressing).
• Help with eating and drinking during meals and snacks.
• Assist in physical and occupational therapy sessions.
• Provide mobility assistance within classroom, school, and on field trips.

• Help the student remain on task and complete in‑class assignments.
• Reinforce and clarify instructions to ensure understanding.
• Assist with modifying learning materials to match individual student abilities.
• Provide one‑on‑one support during instructional activities as planned.
• Assist with special programming and academic instruction as needed.

• Use behavior management strategies to support positive student behaviors.
• Model appropriate behavior and facilitate social interactions.
• Help the student with social skills development.
• Supervise the student during transitions and non‑classroom activities.
• Communicate regularly with the classroom teacher regarding the student’s behavioral needs and progress.

• Regularly communicate with the classroom teacher regarding needs.
• Maintain positive and constructive communication with the student, their family, and the school community.
• Complete all required trainings.
• Maintain daily interaction logs documenting interventions, support provided, and student progress.

• Ensure the safety and well‑being of the student throughout the school day.
• Supervise the student during field trips and other school‑wide activities.
• Maintain a clean and orderly learning environment that promotes safety.

• Adhere to staff expectations and school handbooks.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance, using conference/planning time appropriately.
• Respect student confidentiality in accordance with professional ethics and laws.
• Comply with state and federal educational statutes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or school administration.

• Constantly monitor the safety and well‑being of students.
• Motivate students.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong command of behavior management skills.
• Maintain a clean and orderly learning environment.
• Effective interpersonal skills that promote meaningful communication.
• Commitment to meeting the needs of varying student populations.
• Team‑player attitude.
• Commitment to professional learning and development.
• Growth mindset for all students.
• Ensure confidentiality.
• Knowledge of co‑teaching practices.
• Focus on restorative practices.

• Communication – Verbal
  :
  Provide toileting needs for wheelchair‑bound students; work with children with adaptive needs; assist non‑verbal and verbal students; provide one‑on‑one service; work with team members; monitor safety; and communicate effectively.
• Problem Solving
  :
  Feed and toilet students as needed; perform general housekeeping duties.
• Communication – Written
  :
  Effective written communication with team, teachers, staff, and administration.
• Knowledge – Program
  :
  Perform other work‑related tasks; participate in staff development workshops.

For a complete application, submit all documents electronically through Appalachian State University’s Job Board:

• Resume
• List of three professional references with contact information

Contact: rogersmooresd

Posting Date: 02/10/2026

Closing Date: 02/16/2026