EC One-on-One Instructional Assistant/Bus Driver

Exceptional Children Programs; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Marion, North Carolina is seeking a dedicated EC One-on-One Instructional Assistant/Bus Driver to assist special education teachers with students' needs. This full-time, 10-month position involves providing support in classrooms, helping with personal care, and potentially driving a school bus.

The ideal candidate will hold at least a high school diploma and have experience working with children with disabilities. Strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two-year associate degree or minimum of 48 semester hours of college coursework.
• Bus certification and license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials and maintaining classroom organization.
• Provide personal care and manage student behavior.
• Help students with physical disabilities including transfers and feeding.

Skills

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Effective communication

Follow verbal and written instructions

Some experience working with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 48 approved semester hours

Job description

EC One-on-One Instructional Assistant/Bus Driver

McDowell County Schools Exceptional Children Programs – Marion, North Carolina. Job ID: 5174360. Posted until filled. Posted: May 19, 2025.

Job Details

Position: Permanent

Benefit package: Full

Work months: 10 per year

Hours per week: 37.5 (plus overtime for bus duties)

Days per week: 5

State salary schedule: Yes

Primary Purpose: Assist special‑education teachers with the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities, support classroom programs, behavior management, and instructional delivery. Work under the principal’s supervision and a certified teacher’s direction.

Qualifications

Education / Certification

• High school diploma or GED
• Two‑year associate degree, or
  minimum 48 semester hours of college coursework
• Possible requirement: bus certification and license to drive a morning or evening route. Hours for bus duties will be paid at overtime rate for 40 or more hours per week.

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Follow verbal and written instructions
• Effective communication
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Support

• Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain classroom organization.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Assist students with physical disabilities, including transfers, lifting, and positioning.
• Provide personal care (feeding, bathroom, hygiene) as needed.
• Manage student behavior, intervening in crises and restraining disruptive or dangerous behavior.
• Develop knowledge of each student’s medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Work with individual students or small groups on motor skill development and instructional exercises.
• Supervise students during the school day, in lunchroom, on bus, and at playground.
• Inform the teacher of any special needs or problems of individual students.

Other Duties

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development, faculty meetings, and special events.
• Possibility of bus monitoring or substitute bus monitoring with additional pay.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Bus Driver Requirements: The role may include bus driving duties. Off‑condition, the applicant must obtain bus certification and license to drive a route. These duties will be paid at overtime rate.

Equipment Used

Wheelchair lift, ramp, computer, copier, audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions

Intense emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, heavy lifting. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Potential requirement: Crisis Prevention Institute training and certification.
• Empathetic attitude toward disabled students.
• Cooperate positively with others.
• Willingness to learn specialized techniques.
• Effective communication with students, parents, and staff while maintaining confidentiality.
• Follow detailed written and oral instructions.
• Drive a school bus route when needed.
• Possibility of substitute bus monitor.

Job Qualifications Summary

• Associate degree or 48 approved semester hours from regionally accredited institution.
• Clearance: criminal background check and references required.
• Bus certification/license may be required.

Position Type

Full‑time (10 months)

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Jennifer Croymans, Director for Exceptional Children
• Exceptional Children Programs
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]