Preschool Teacher Assistant
Burke County Public Schools 

Contact Information:

Gretchen Reiss, Principal

Drexel Elementary School

828-437-3160

greiss@burke.k12.nc.us

Date Posting: 6/17/2026

End Date of Posting: 7/8/2026

Job Title

Preschool Teacher Assistant

Term of Employment

10-Month Position
Full-Time (7.5–8 hours per day)
Salary based on the North Carolina State Salary Schedule and local supplements.

Reports To

Preschool Teacher, Principal, and/or Preschool Program Coordinator

Nature of Work

A Preschool Teacher Assistant supports the instructional program by assisting the preschool teacher in providing a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children.

Qualifications

Required: Minimum of 48 semester hours of creditable college coursework from an accredited institution; ability to work effectively with preschool-aged children; effective communication skills.
Preferred: Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related field; experience with preschool-aged children.

Essential Job Functions

Assist with instruction, classroom management, student supervision, communication with families and staff, and clerical/organizational duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of early childhood development; ability to communicate effectively; ability to supervise children and maintain confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach; lift up to 35 pounds; assist children with daily care needs.

Special Requirements

Must successfully complete all required background checks and training requirements.

Disclaimer

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list