26/27 EC Assistant - Autism 340111

340 College Lakes Elementary; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland County Schools 340 College Lakes Elementary in Fayetteville, NC seeks a 26/27 EC Assistant - Autism to support teachers and students in the classroom. Duties include group instruction, progress reporting, and behavior support, with CDL bus duties as needed.

Starting immediately; the position is full-time, non-exempt, with duties including bus operation, discipline, and collaboration with staff. Salary ranges from $2,438 to $3,554 per month.

Qualifications

• Must upload a resume and one of the following to qualify: college transcript with degree, 48+ college credits, or 24+ college credits plus WorkKeys with passing scores.
• WorkKeys: Workplace Documents (Reading) ≥4, Business Writing ≥3, Applied Mathematics ≥4.
• CDL Bus license required to drive bus when called upon.
• Ability to deal with children using effective methods.

Responsibilities

• Gives group instruction as prescribed by teacher; provides individualized instruction.
• Demonstrates instructional activities and checks/corrects students' work.
• Reports student progress to teacher and maintains records.

Skills

Effective communication

Written communication

Working with children

CDL Bus license

Follow written and oral instructions

Education

College transcript with degree

48+ college credits

24+ college credits + WorkKeys

Job description

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26/27 EC Assistant - Autism 340111

Cumberland County Schools 340 College Lakes Elementary - Fayetteville, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5961449

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

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.

Link to WorkKeys Assessments

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 reports 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.

Bus Operation Duties

• 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.

Professional Conduct

• 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

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

• Quantisha Spencer , Principal
• 340 College Lakes Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]