What are the responsibilities and job description for the EC Support - Durham position at TMSA Public Charter Schools?
TMSA Public Charter Schools
TMSA Durham - Durham, North Carolina
Job Details
Job ID:5721687Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:Today
Starting Date:Jul 22, 2026
Job Description
Job Title:
EC Support
Contract Length:
195 days
Reports To:
Principal
Supervises:
Primary Role:
The Exceptional Children (EC) Support Assistant is dedicated to assisting in the creation and maintenance of an effective learning environment for students with special needs. This role involves supporting the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans, assisting with classroom accommodations, and providing direct support to exceptional students under the guidance of certified special education staff.
Benefits:
- 401k with a company match of 7%
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid time off
- Retention, Returning Employee, and Winter Bonuses
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma required; some college coursework in Special Education, Psychology, or related field preferred.
- Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities is highly desirable.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in supporting students with special needs.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work with students, teachers, and families.
- Basic knowledge of IEPs, 504 Plans, and special education laws is a plus.
Skills:
- Serves as an assistant to exceptional education teachers in the development of Individualized Education Plans.
- Assists in the interpretation of testing data
- Supports teachers in the initial placement process, reevaluation, and manifestation process. Assists in the development and delivery to support the initial placement process, evaluation and manifestation process
- Process EC procedures and compliance in accordance with Policies Governing Services for Children with Disabilities
- Supports EC teachers in developing and writing compliant annual goals as well as short term objectives
- Participates as a contributing member of the Instructional Design and Innovation team
- Conducts in-house audits of EC records to ensure compliance with N.C. policies as stated in Policies Governing Services for Children with Disabilities
- Can serve as Local Education Agency representative in Individualized Education Plan meetings Serves as liaison to Department of Public Instruction Monitoring Division
- Assists as a resource to school level EC Professional Learning Communities
- Provides parent and family support to students with disabilities
- Collects and analyzes program data to assist in personnel allotment and Continuous Improvement Performance Plan monitoring
- Performs other duties as assigned
Position Type:Full-Time
Salary:$33,000 to $47,000 Per Year
Job Requirements
- Associate degree preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
TMSA Human Resources Department
3570 Amberlight Rd.
Apex, North Carolina 27502
Phone: (919) 650-2270
Email: hr@tmsaschools.org
Salary : $33,000 - $47,000