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Exceptional Children's Assistant

Graham County Schools
Robbinsville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2025

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

GRAHAM COUNTY SCHOOLS

Position


Exceptional Children's Assistant


Location


Graham County Schools- site to be determined, possibly self-contained


Months Employed


10-month position, evaluated annually


Type of Position


Classified, work under the supervision of Exceptional Children Program Director


Type of Posting


Internal applicants should submit a letter of interest.

External applicants should complete the application online.


Date of Posting


Friday, April 4, 2025


Closing Date of Posting


Until Filled


Nature of Work


Graham County Schools is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Exceptional Children’s Assistant to provide support for students with special needs. This role involves assisting and assessing students with their educational, social, and personal development and teaching self-help skills in a safe and nurturing environment.


Duties and Responsibilities


  • Provide individualized support to special needs students in both classroom and non-classroom settings.
  • Assist with implementing services, assessment, screenings, and individualized plans for students.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Support students in developing social, emotional, and academic, and self-help skills.
  • Manage materials and maintain organized learning spaces.
  • Monitor student progress and communicate effectively with teachers, parents, and other staff members.
  • Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding student information and records.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


  • Strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, and students.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with students with special needs, showing patience, adaptability, and empathy.
  • Hard work ethic and ability to multitask in a dynamic educational environment.
  • Resourcefulness in addressing the unique needs of special needs students.
  • High degree of confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Must be willing to attend professional development relative to Exceptional Children as directed and requested by the Exceptional Children’s Director.


Education and Experience

Requirements


  • Experience working with special needs students.
  • Knowledge of exceptional children’s educational practices, policies, and laws.
  • Experience working with IDEA and compliance of records.


Salary


State Salary Schedule


Application Process


All qualified internal candidates are invited to apply for the position by submitting a Letter of Intent to: Kim Beasley at Central Office.


Process Timeline


Vacancy posted 04/04/2025

Deadline for Application Submissions 04/30/2025

Interviews Anticipated 05/01/2025-05/05/2025

Board of Education Candidate Decision Anticipated on 05/06/2025

Assume Duties TBD


For more information regarding the application process


Please contact Kim Beasley for application process questions. For questions regarding the position, please contact Kristy Mintz, at kcable@graham.k12.nc.us


Graham County Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate

on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.

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