Exceptiional Children's Pre-K Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver

Southeast Elementary School; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Elementary School in Kinston, North Carolina seeks an Exceptional Children’s Pre-K Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver to support lead teachers and ensure safe transportation for students. The role requires assisting instruction, supervising children, and maintaining a clean classroom environment.

The position reports to the Exceptional Children Director and Preschool Coordinator with a starting date immediately.

Qualifications

• Minimum Training and Experience: High school diploma and a minimum of 48 hours of college level coursework; Associates preferred; CPR/First Aid Certification; CDL with P and S endorsement.
• Minimum Qualifications: Lenoir County Public Schools requirements and safety-focused credentials.
• CPR/First Aid Certification and CDL may be required or preferred depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with executing instruction and evaluating its effectiveness.
• Monitor safety and well-being of students and encourage independence.
• Deescalate inappropriate behaviors using developmentally appropriate techniques.
• Supervise activity centers and provide individual assistance.
• Maintain a safe indoor/outdoor space for creative play.
• Assist with housekeeping to keep a clean classroom.
• Maintain staff/child ratio and visual supervision at all times.
• Assist children with personal and self-help needs.
• Promote handwashing and sanitize classroom equipment.
• Distribute meals and assist with snacks.
• Escort students to and from the bus and classrooms.
• Follow NC Child Care Regulations and district standards.

Skills

CPR/First Aid Certification

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma + 48 college hours

Associates in Early Childhood Education

CPR/First Aid Certification

Tools

CDL with P & S endorsement

Job description

Exceptiional Children's Pre-K Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver

Lenoir County Public Schools Southeast Elementary School - Kinston, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5945743
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Pay Grade: 56 ($15.25 - $17.08)

EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN’S

PRE‑K TEACHER ASSISTANT/BUS DRIVER

Job Description

General Statement of Job:

To perform a variety of tasks in order to support the efforts of the Lead Teacher, to meet the needs of all students, and to ensure the provision of quality instruction for all students. Reports to Principal, Preschool Coordinator and/or Lead Teacher.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist teacher with executing instruction and evaluating its effectiveness.


• Monitor the safety and well-being of students, develop self-esteem of students, and encourage students to become increasingly independent


• Monitor children’s behaviors and deescalate inappropriate behaviors using redirection and other developmentally- appropriate techniques; employs strategies to protect students from injury


• Assist and supplement planned activities; supervise activity centers; provide individual assistance with independent projects


• Maintain a safe indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play


• Perform general housekeeping duties in maintaining a clean, orderly classroom


• Maintain staff/child ratio and visual supervision of children at all times


• Assist children with personal and self-help needs when necessary


• Promote proper handwashing techniques; clean and sanitize classroom equipment and materials


• Distribute morning and mid-day meals; prepare afternoon snack


• Accompany students to and from the bus; guide students to and from classrooms


• Comply at all times with applicable NC Child Care Regulations, NC Sanitation Guidelines, NC Fire and Building Codes, and Lenoir County Public Schools Standards


• Report all complaints of child abuse, neglect, or improper care to supervisor


• Maintain positive communication with co-workers to create a professional atmosphere


• Follow a plan for professional development and demonstrates evidence of growth


• Carry out non-instructional duties as assigned and/or as needed

Additional Job Functions or Assigned Tasks:

• Participate in staff development workshops


• Perform other related work as required

Minimum Training and Experience:

• High school diploma and a minimum of 48 hours of college level coursework required


• Associates in Early Childhood Education preferred


• Minimum of two years teaching experience in a recognized early childhood environment or licensed child care facility preferred


• CPR/1 st Aid Certification


• CDL with P and S endorsement

Minimum Qualifications or Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move approximately 40lbs. Frequent stooping, bending, and kneeling are required. Requires the ability to move quickly in a fast pace environment.

Other Requirements:

• Compassionate about serving children using best practice techniques


• Maintain student confidentiality


• Possess positive communication skills to build interpersonal relationships with students, staff and parents


• Maintain an acceptable attendance record and be punctual

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Georgia Maready , Exceptional Children Director


• Exceptional Children's Department


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]