2026-27 Teacher Assistant
Location: Union Day School, Weddington NC
Position Summary:
Union Day School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teacher Assistant to support instructional and administrative needs within the school. The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a teacher assistant or relevant classroom experience and demonstrate a commitment to fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment for all students.
Key Responsibilities:
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Classroom Support: Assist the classroom teacher with day-to-day activities, including classroom management, organizing materials, preparing instructional resources, and providing one-on-one or small group support to students.
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Instructional Assistance: Support students in understanding and completing assignments.
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Student Supervision: Supervise students during transitions, lunch, and other non-instructional periods as needed, maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
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Collaborative Planning: Work with teachers to implement lesson plans, gather materials, and adapt instructional activities to meet individual student needs.
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Data Collection and Reporting: Monitor student progress and behavior, providing feedback to teachers and assisting in maintaining accurate records of student performance.
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Resource Preparation: Help prepare materials for instruction and assessments, supporting the teacher with resources that enhance students’ inquiry-based learning.
Job Title: Teacher Assistant
Location: Union Day School, Weddington NC
Position Summary:
Union Day School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Teacher Assistant to support instructional and administrative needs within the school. The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a teacher assistant or relevant classroom experience and demonstrate a commitment to fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment for all students.
Key Responsibilities:
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Classroom Support: Assist the classroom teacher with day-to-day activities, including classroom management, organizing materials, preparing instructional resources, and providing one-on-one or small group support to students.
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Instructional Assistance: Support students in understanding and completing assignments.
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Student Supervision: Supervise students during transitions, lunch, and other non-instructional periods as needed, maintaining a safe and orderly environment.
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Collaborative Planning: Work with teachers to implement lesson plans, gather materials, and adapt instructional activities to meet individual student needs.
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Data Collection and Reporting: Monitor student progress and behavior, providing feedback to teachers and assisting in maintaining accurate records of student performance.
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Resource Preparation: Help prepare materials for instruction and assessments, supporting the teacher with resources that enhance students’ inquiry-based learning.
Qualifications:
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Education: Minimum of an associate’s degree; bachelor’s degree in education or a related field preferred.
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Experience: At least one year of experience as a teacher assistant or related classroom role required; prior experience in an IB school is a plus.
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Skills: Strong organizational skills and adaptability.
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Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with teachers, students, and parents.
Benefits:
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Health Insurance: UDS pays 100% of employee's health insurance premium.
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Retirement: UDS matches 100% (up to 4%) of 403(b) retirement contribution.
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