26/27 Assistant - Pre-K 361065

361 Ferguson-Easley Elementary; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland County Schools seeks a Teacher Assistant for 361 Ferguson-Easley Elementary in Fayetteville, NC. The role supports teachers in Pre-K, handling group and individualized instruction, classroom prep, and attendance/behavior records.

Qualifications require a resume plus qualifying transcripts or WorkKeys, plus the ability to obtain a CDL bus license and drive when needed. Reports to the Principal and assigned teachers.

Qualifications

• Resume and one qualifying document (college transcript or WorkKeys) must be uploaded as specified.
• Working knowledge of effective methods of dealing with children.
• Must obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for driving a school bus.

Responsibilities

• Gives group instruction as prescribed by teacher; provides individualized instruction.
• Prepares visual aids and duplicates materials for instructional use.
• Proctors during testing and scores papers as instructed.
• Monitors student behavior and promotes positive conduct.
• Maintains attendance records and health data per requirements.
• Drives a bus when called upon, maintaining driving proficiency and schedule.

Skills

Child interaction

Instruction following

CDL Bus license

Job description

Cumberland County Schools 361 Ferguson-Easley Elementary - Fayetteville, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

26/27 Assistant - Pre-K 361065

Starting Date: Oct 12, 2026

Job Description

TITLE: Teacher Assistant

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

All applicants must upload a resume and one of the following to qualify:

• College transcript showing a degree was earned.
• College transcript showing at least 48 or more college level courses completed (CCS does not count any remedial/pre-requisite courses).
• College transcript showing at least 24 or more college level courses completed (CCS does not count any remedial/pre-requisite courses) plus WorkKeys Assessment with passing scores in these three areas: (1) Workplace Documents (Reading) – score of 4 or better, (2) Business Writing – score of 3 or better, and (3) Applied Mathematics – score of 4 or better.

Working knowledge of effective methods of dealing with children.

Ability to solve minor problems and follow detailed written and oral instructions.

Must obtain and maintain a CDL Bus license and drive a bus when called upon to do so.

REPORTS TO: Principal and Assigned Teacher(s)

JOB GOAL: To support the teacher in the teaching-learning process for students.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Academic Assistance

Gives group instruction as prescribed by teacher; provides individualized instruction.

Demonstrates various instructional activities.

Checks and corrects students’ work while in progress; keeps students on task.

Praises and reinforces achievement of students.

Reports student progress to teacher.

Instructional Preparation/Support

Arranges classroom furnishings and equipment, prepares visual aids and duplicates materials.

Reorganizes materials at the end of day.

Serves as proctor during testing; scores students’ papers as instructed by teacher; distributes and collects instructional materials.

Attends workshops.

Report and Records

Checks and report attendance.

Enters data in health record, records student behavior and files data according to regulatory requirements.

Monitoring Student Behavior

Supervises students in the classroom and in other locations.

Creates and distributes awards for positive behavior.

Promotes student self-esteem; teaches citizenship, social skills, and respect for others.

Reconciles minor student conflicts.

Participates in development of discipline and policy.

Disciplines misbehavior through approved methods.

Reports discipline problems to teacher or principal.

Reports significant change or lack of change in student behavior.

Obtains and maintains CDL bus license.

Completes the pre-trip and post-trip inspection.

Drives a bus when called upon to do so while maintaining proficiency in driving skills.

Maintains bus route schedule.

Maintains discipline and reports undisciplined students to school administration.

Discharges students only at authorized stops and transport only authorized students.

Complies with local and state traffic regulations and observes all mandatory safety regulations.

Reports delays and accidents.

Cleans the interior of the bus.

Serves as team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organizational core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer driven, and valuing fairness.

Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) when requested, for purposes of driving a school bus.

Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.

Must have finger dexterity and be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of kneeling, sitting, standing, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Background check with local and state law enforcement agencies required.

Must possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License.

Applicants must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) when requested for purposes of driving a school bus.

REV 04/25

This job is also posted in Cumberland County Schools, and North Carolina School Jobs

Job Details

Job ID: 5949854

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Oct 12, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $2,438 to $3,554 Per Month

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Eric McLaurin , Principal
• 361 Ferguson-Easley Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]