| 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 operates the
App State Academy at Middle Fork.
The purpose of this position is to provide personal assistance and instructional support to students served by Exceptional Children services under the guidance of certified Exceptional Children educators. This position will assist with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, mobility, academic support, and behavioral management.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Model and meet the expectations of the
Portrait of a Lab School Team Member.
Personal Care & Daily Living Support
- Assist students with personal hygiene (e.g., toileting, grooming, and dressing).
- Help with eating and drinking during meals and snacks.
- Assist in physical and occupational therapy sessions throughout the school day.
- Provide mobility assistance within the classroom, school, and on field trips.
Academic Support
- Help the student remain on task and complete in-class assignments.
- Reinforce and clarify instructions to ensure understanding.
- Assist with modifying learning materials to match individual student abilities.
- Provide one-on-one support during instructional activities as planned and provided by the classroom teacher.
- Assist with special programming and academic instruction as needed.
Behavioral Support
- Use behavior management strategies to support positive student behaviors.
- Model appropriate behavior and facilitate social interactions.
- Help the student with social skills development.
- Supervise the student during transitions and non-classroom activities (e.g., lunch, recess).
- Communicate regularly with the classroom teacher regarding students' behavioral needs and progress.
Collaboration & Communication
- Regularly communicate with the classroom teacher regarding students' academic, emotional, and physical needs.
- Maintain positive and constructive communication with the student, their family, and the school community.
- Complete all required trainings to support the academic, social, communicative, and behavioral needs of the student.
- Complete daily interaction logs documenting interventions, support provided, and student progress.
Safety & Well-Being
- Ensure the safety and well-being of the student throughout the school day.
- Supervise the student during field trips and other school-wide activities.
- Maintain a clean and orderly learning environment that promotes student safety.
Professional Responsibilities
- Adhere to staff expectations and school handbooks.
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance, and appropriately use conference/planning time.
- Respect student confidentiality in accordance with professional ethics and laws.
- Comply with state and federal educational statutes.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or school administration.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
Four-year degree (e.g., in education, psychology, or related fields)
CPR certification
Previous experience working with students with special needs
Prior experience in a school setting |
| Physical Demands of Position |
Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments. This work requires frequent standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting a minimum of 50 pounds. May be exposed to infectious diseases.
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. |
Appalachian State University
Oct 16, 2025