Teacher Assistant at Jackson County Schools in Sylva, NC

TEACHER ASSISTANT

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Non Exempt Position; Full Time; 40hr/wk; Remainder of the 2026–2027 school year (January 1-May 28, 2027), with the possibility of continuation into the 2027–2028 school year, subject to available funding.

QUALIFICATIONS: High School graduate with complete on of at least two years of higher education on or completion on of an associate’s degree, required. NCLB legislation on compliance required. Experience working with children preferred.

DUTIES: Assisting teacher with instructional programs; additional duties that may be assigned by the superintendent, principal or principal’s designee.

BENEFITS: Benefits Available

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

**The Jackson County Public School System is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person in hiring, tenure, or promotion on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age or handicaps in any of its education or employment programs or activities. Assignments are made in accordance with the needs of the school system and are subject to change.**