Kids Connection Lead Instructor - East Bethel Elementary

Independent School District 15; Bethel (NC); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance with district/MI

Dental Insurance

FSA

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Retirement/Severance package

Floating Holidays

Vacation Pay

Longevity Pay

Job summary

Independent School District 15 in East Bethel is seeking a Kids Connection Lead Instructor for East Bethel Elementary (K-5). The vacancy is immediate, with school-year hours (5:45am–9:30am and 3:15pm–6:00pm).

Duties include leading classroom, gym, and outdoor activities and coordinating with the Kids Connection program. Salary ranges from $19.60 to $19.98 per hour, plus a $500 annual cellular phone stipend, and benefits after eligibility.

Qualifications

• CDA or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development is preferred.
• Childcare experience required.
• High School Diploma (or equivalent), required.
• Training and experience related to child development, child guidance, cultural dynamics, communication, and activities is desired.
• Effective communication skills, good interpersonal skills with adults and children.
• Flexibility and the ability to sub for other instructors or shifts is needed.
• First Aid and CPR Certification, preferred.
• Prepares and implements age appropriate curriculum involving various activities to stimulate children's cognitive skills, abilities and development. May assist with planning.
• Performs cleaning duties and organizes daily routine materials and supplies.
• Physical Requirements: Able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead Instructors implement and supervise appropriate classroom, gym, and outdoor activities.
• Lead Instructors may assist Site Coordinator with planning as well as other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Ability to sub for shifts

First Aid/CPR (preferred)

Education

CDA/Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kids Connection Lead Instructor - East Bethel Elementary JobID: 7057

• Position Type: Community Education Programs/ Kids Connection Lead Instructor
• Date Posted: 10/15/2026
• Location: East Bethel Elementary School (K-5)
• Date Available: Immediate Vacancy

Application Procedure: To be considered for this vacancy, applicant must complete the on-line application process and indicate interest in this specific job number. Duty Days Per Year: 190-220. Hours Per Day: School year hours 6.0 per day scheduled between the hours of 5:45am-9:30am and 3:15pm-6:00pm, this is a split shift during the school year. Summer hours are typically a straight shift. Type of Position: (X) Continuing ( ) Temporary. Salary: $19.60-$19.98 per hour, depending on qualifications and $.50/hour split shift differential during the school year. An annual $500.00 cellular telephone stipend; according to the Unaffiliated Employee Group Work Agreement. Supervisor of Position: Chris Spindler-Schlottman, Kids Connection Program Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• CDA or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development is preferred.
• Childcare experience required.
• High School Diploma (or equivalent), required.
• Training and experience related to child development, child guidance, cultural dynamics, communication, and activities is desired.
• Effective communication skills, good interpersonal skills with adults and children.
• Flexibility and the ability to sub for other instructors or shifts is needed.
• First Aid and CPR Certification, preferred.
• Prepares and implements age appropriate curriculum involving various activities to stimulate children's cognitive skills, abilities and development. May assist with planning.
• Performs cleaning duties and organizes daily routine materials and supplies.
• Physical Requirements: Able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Job Description: Unaffiliated-Kids Connection Lead Instructor

Summary of Duties: Kids Connection/Just 4 Kids is a child care program providing care for children 3 years old to 5th grade. Lead Instructors, implement and supervise appropriate classroom, gym, and outdoor activities. Lead Instructors may assist Site Coordinator with planning as well as other duties as assigned.

Positions 1,020 hours or more per year are benefit eligible Benefits offered for this position include:

• Medical Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage or Family coverage
• Dental Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage, Employee +1 coverage, or Family coverage
• FSA Account- Flexible Spending Account
• Long Term Disability Income Insurance
• Life Insurance paid for by the district
• PERA (Pension Plan): 6.5% employee contribution and 7.5% district contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan 403(b) or Roth IRA
• Floating Holidays
• Sick Leave includes ESST
• Vacation Pay
• Longevity Pay
• Retirement/Severance Package with Medical & Dental benefits offerings

The policy of the schooldistrict is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.