Pre-K Instructional Assistant & School Bus Driver

Pender County Schools; North Carolina; On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pender County Schools is seeking an Instructional Assistant/Bus Driver - Pre-K at Rocky Point Elementary School to support teachers in instruction and ensure student safety on buses. The role requires driving duties, supervision, and instructional assistance, with a 10-month, full-time schedule.

The ideal candidate will have a North Carolina CDL with bus endorsement, a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), and at least five years working with children.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; must pass WorkKeys assessments in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• CDL with passenger school bus endorsement and current Driver's Pocket Card.
• Associate degree or 48 credit hours preferred.
• Minimum five years of experience working with children or related field.
• Any combination of education and experience demonstrating required knowledge and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus as assigned, with adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws.
• Keep the bus clean and free of debris to prevent safety hazards.
• Discharge students at authorized school or bus stop locations.
• Report all accidents to the Transportation Department.
• Assist the teacher with individualized and/or group instruction.
• Monitor and keep students on task with assigned work.
• Prepare and distribute instructional materials as directed by the teacher.
• Supervise students, promoting citizenship, social skills, and self-esteem.
• Perform clerical duties, administer basic first aid, and report discipline problems.

Skills

Bus driving

Child development

Safety regulations

Confidentiality

Data recording

Tech skills

Communication

Classroom management

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree

Tools

CDL with bus endorsement

North Carolina Driver's License

Job description

Pender County Schools is seeking an Instructional Assistant/Bus Driver - Pre-K at Rocky Point Elementary School to support teachers in instruction and ensure student safety on buses. The role requires driving duties, supervision, and instructional assistance, with a 10-month, full-time schedule.

The ideal candidate will have a North Carolina CDL with bus endorsement, a high school diploma (associate degree preferred), and at least five years working with children.