EC Instructional Assistant/Bus Driver

Young World Physical Education; Nebo (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an EC Instructional Assistant/Bus Driver at Nebo Elementary School in North Carolina. This role involves providing essential support to disabled students in educational settings and driving a school bus as needed. Candidates must hold an Associate’s Degree or equivalent, and possess bus certification. A full benefits package is offered.

The ideal applicant will demonstrate strong communication skills and an empathetic attitude. The position starts on Aug 17, 2026, with a commitment of 37.5 hours per week during the academic year.

Qualifications

• Clearance: Criminal background check and references required.
• Must obtain bus certification and maintain bus license.
• Strong willingness to learn specialized instructional techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher and provide individual support to disabled students.
• Administer first aid and implement behavior plans.
• Drive a school bus route when needed.

Skills

Empathy towards disabled students

Communication skills

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Associate’s Degree or 48 approved semester hours

Tools

School bus

Job description

EC Instructional Assistant/Bus Driver

Nebo Elementary School – Nebo, North Carolina

Job Details

• Job ID: 5809733
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jun 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Job Overview

• Length of Position: Permanent
• Type of Benefits: Full
• Months per year: 10
• Number of hours per week: 37.5
• Number of days per week: 5
• State Salary Schedule: Yes

Job Summary

This individual will work closely with disabled students on a regular basis to provide them with physical, academic, and emotional support needed to maximize the benefits of the Exceptional Children’s program and to accomplish IEP goals and requirements. All work is performed under the direction and supervision of the special education teacher/s. The applicant must obtain bus certification and license to drive a morning or evening bus route; this work is in addition to the 37.5 EC instructional assistant hours and will be paid at overtime rate for 40 hours or more per week.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance student instructional and behavioral objectives.
• Work with individuals, small groups, or large groups as assigned by the teacher.
• Assist with, adhere to, and collect data regarding behavior modification as assigned by the teacher; implement student behavior plans for effective and safe learning.
• Accompany student(s) to assigned locations within the building, to lunch, facilitate transitions, and assist student(s) to and from the bus as needed.
• Assist student(s) with personal care tasks, including restroom, clothing hygiene, diapering, toileting and wash‑up routines.
• Administer immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional (tube feeding, medication administration, catheterization, assisted breathing devices, etc.) to meet immediate health care needs and daily living activities.
• Work in conjunction with occupational and physical therapists to meet individual student needs, applying and removing appliances such as leg braces.
• Lift, move and operate adaptive equipment.
• Assist students in accessing their electronic communications, switches, pointers, feeders, etc.; ensure equipment is hooked up and functioning properly.
• Assist students with mobility needs such as lifting and positioning, lifting in and out of wheelchairs, loading/unloading from the bus; transport students in and around the school and on field trips.
• Assist and monitor students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (breakfast, lunch, snack, clean‑up, bus stops, playground, classroom, restroom, field trips, assemblies).
• Provide programmed practice activities and repetitions as developed by teacher, therapist or pathologist.
• Perform clerical tasks (copies, filing, collating) to prepare instructional materials.
• Follow daily schedule as outlined by teacher and administrator.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
• Maintain a pleasant and orderly classroom environment.
• Maintain various records and files.
• Perform related work as required.
• Drive a school bus route when needed.
• Perform any other duties as required by immediate supervisor.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s Degree or 48 approved semester hours from a regionally accredited institution.
• Clearance: Criminal background check and references required.
• Bus Driver: Must obtain bus certification and license to drive a morning or evening bus route; this is in addition to the 37.5 hours for EC instructional assistant duties and will be paid at overtime rate for 40 hours or more per week.
• Must be willing to seek and maintain bus license.
• May be required to be a substitute bus monitor.
• May be required to attend CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) training, obtain CPI certificate and renewals.
• Must possess an empathetic attitude toward disabled students.
• Work cooperatively with others in a positive manner.
• Willing to learn specialized instructional/management techniques.
• Ability to communicate and develop effective working relationships with students, parents and staff while maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to follow detailed written and oral instructions.
• Ability to drive a school bus (required).

Physical Requirements

Frequent to significant walking, standing, sitting, kneeling, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, stooping, lifting up to 30 pounds and occasional lifting of equipment, materials, and/or students up to 90 pounds may be required. Occasional lifting, movement, and transferring of students may be required. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other physical contact with and/or possible exposure to bodily fluids may occur. Must understand universal precaution measures and use of proper materials. Daily personal close contact with students to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required. Regular contact and communication with staff members and administration is required. Drive a school bus route when needed.

Benefits

Full benefits package (details not provided).