Teacher Assistant, Academy at Middle Fork (Winston-Salem, NC)

Posting Details

Work experience or education that is NOT included on the application will NOT be considered when screening your application. Please include ALL work experience and education on the application to ensure that you receive the appropriate credit toward qualification for this position.

Position Summary Information

Classification Title Administrative Support Associate-OSP Working Title Teacher Assistant, Academy at Middle Fork (Winston-Salem, NC) Location Walkertown, NC Job Category 6 Position Number 093271 Not Eligible for Visa Sponsorship

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S

Department ASU/RCOE Lab School - 260850 Primary Purpose of Position

The Academy at Middle Fork uses an innovative, team-based teaching model that promotes co-teaching and fair practices. The Teacher Assistant will be a member of a collaborative grade-level span and will use co-teaching and small group instructional strategies to meet the needs of students. They will play an integral role in assisting with the implementation and facilitation of a robust academic program for students. This role provides a broad range of services that assist students in developing skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed as a foundation for future learning. The Teacher Assistant uses a variety of instructional strategies to meet the academic, social, and behavioral needs of students.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Diplomas or degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

License/Certification Required Essential Job Functions

The University of North Carolina System Laboratory School initiative was established by the North Carolina General Assembly to provide enhanced educational programming to improve student performance and to plan demonstration sites for the preparation of future teachers and school administrators. Appalachian State University is the only UNC System institution to operate two of the System's nine lab schools - the App State Academy at Middle Fork and the App State Academy at Elkin.

The Academy at Middle Fork uses an innovative, team-based teaching model that promotes co-teaching and fair practices. The teacher assistant will be a member of a collaborative grade level span and will use co-teaching and small group instructional strategies to meet the needs of students. They will play an integral role in assisting with the implementation and facilitation of a robust academic program for students. The teacher assistant provides a broad range of services that assist students in developing skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed as a foundation for future learning. The teacher assistant uses a variety of instructional strategies to meet the academic, social, and behavioral needs of students.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Model and meet the expectations of the Portrait of a Lab School Team Member.
• Assist in creating fair and welcoming classroom communities.
• Support the creation of clear expectations and norms for classroom communities.
• Assist with maintaining and using the expectations established in the classroom.
• Use restorative practices to address learning and behavior needs.
• Foster a growth mindset in the classroom.
• Communicate with students and families through positive and respectful dialogue.
• Actively engage with colleagues, school administration, the local community, and university partners to cultivate a collaborative school environment.
• Assist with the implementation of innovative, integrated, and inquiry-based lesson plans that are student-centered and based on constructivist approaches.
• Assist with utilizing instructional materials to support evidence-based teaching strategies.
• Work with individual students and/or lead small group instruction.
• Assist with the assessment of the progress of students regularly using a variety of assessment methods.
• Provide coverage for students on Enrichment Fridays.
• Assist with facilitating special programming for students.
• Fully understand and follow expectations set forth by the staff handbook.
• Maintain appropriate work habits, including regular, punctual attendance and appropriate use of time.
• Attend and be fully engaged in staff meetings and other committee meetings.
• Participate in training and professional development.
• Follow a plan for professional development and demonstrate evidence of growth.
• Respect the confidentiality of records and information regarding students, families, and teachers in accordance with accepted professional ethics and state and federal laws.
• Share responsibility during the school day for the supervision of students in areas of the school.
• Comply with state and federal education statutes, including the NC Code of Ethics for Educators.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position

• Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students
• Ability to motivate students
• Strong time management skills
• Strong command of behavior management skills
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly learning environment
• Effective interpersonal skills that would promote meaningful communication with students, families, and the community
• Commitment to meeting the needs of a varying and broad student population
• Commitment to being a team player
• Commitment to professional learning and development

Preferred Qualifications

• An Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Previous experience working in a school setting

Required Functional Competencies to Successfully Perform Job Duties.

Communication - Verbal

• Constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students; monitor student attitudes and encourage self-esteem; assist students with becoming increasingly independent.
• Monitor student behavior and help maintain discipline in the classroom; assist with crisis prevention; restrain students as needed in accordance with established procedures.
• Assists students, parents, other persons coming into office as needed.
• Assist students with learning; reinforce and clarify instructions; conduct short sessions on improving study skills; provide one-on-one assistance as needed.
• Assist teachers with executing instruction and evaluating its effectiveness.

Problem Solving

• Supervise students checking in and out of school for illness, doctor appointments as needed.
• Feed students, when necessary; toilet students, if needed; and assist with any other tasks students are not able to perform for themselves.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in maintaining an orderly classroom.

Communication-Written

• Develop classroom displays and instructional materials; maintain and operate audiovisual equipment.

Program Knowledge

• Perform various clerical duties as needed.
• Perform other work related tasks as required
• Participate in staff development workshops.

Type of Position Time-Limited-Full Time Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty Appointment Type 1.0 Work Schedule/Hours

Monday-Friday, 7:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Number of Hours Per Week 40 Number of Months Per Year 10 Mandatory Staff No Physical Demands of Position

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Overall Competency Level Contributing Salary Grade Equivalency GN03 Salary Range Anticipated Hiring Range $26,000 (10-Month Annual Salary)

Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity and market considerations.

Posting Details Information

Posting Date 09/04/2026 Closing Date 09/27/2026 Competency Level Statement Management will only consider applicants who meet the required competencies. Special Instructions to Applicants

Submit Cover Letter, Resume and a List of 3 Professional References

Search Chair Name Amie Snow Search Chair Email snowab@appstate.edu Applicant Pool Preference External (Post on the Web)

Departmental Information

Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/56020 Posting Number 201503053P

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents