What are the responsibilities and job description for the EC PreK Teacher Assistant position at PITT COUNTY SCHOOLS?
Position Title: Special Education Pre-K Teacher Assistant
Location: Sadie Saulter EC PreK Program
Reports To: Classroom Teacher and EC Pre-K Coordinator
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Location: Sadie Saulter EC PreK Program
Reports To: Classroom Teacher and EC Pre-K Coordinator
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Understanding of developmentally appropriate behaviors in both typical and atypical preschoolers
- Ability to model professional behavior and appropriate student conduct, including reliable attendance and appearance
- Strong communication skills with students, families, and staff
- Ability to support early literacy, oral language development, and social-emotional learning
- Capacity to encourage creativity, independence, and problem-solving in young children
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Team-oriented with a positive and cooperative attitude
- Willingness to complete bus driver training and obtain a CDL (Commercial Driver’s License)
- Assist the teacher with implementing daily instructional activities and individualized plans for students
- Support the development and maintenance of classroom procedures and expectations
- Prepare and organize materials and supplies for instructional use
- Actively participate in all classroom activities, including work centers, circle time, meals, and outdoor play
- Support behavior management strategies in alignment with classroom guidelines and crisis response protocols
- Contribute to a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment
- Promote students’ health and hygiene routines
- Provide support during classroom transitions and routines throughout the day
- Collaborate with the teacher and support staff to monitor student progress and communicate observations
- Attend and assist with home visits and family engagement activities as needed
- Participate in Family/Child Activities and school events
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student and family information
- Assist with cleaning and maintaining the physical environment of the classroom
- Obtain a CDL and serve as a bus driver when necessary
- Perform other duties as assigned to support program goals and student success