School Bus Driver & Instructional Assistant

Pender County Schools; Hampstead (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pender County Schools is looking for an Instructional Assistant / Bus Driver to support teachers and ensure student safety on school buses. This position requires at least five years of experience working with children, and a valid North Carolina Driver's License with a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) endorsement.

Key responsibilities include driving a school bus, assisting with instructional duties, and maintaining student safety. The role is demanding, requiring effective communication, understanding of children's developmental stages, and collaboration with school personnel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years experience working with children or in a related field.
• Ability to pass the WorkKeys Assessments in reading, writing, and mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to teachers in instructing students.
• Drive a school bus as assigned, ensuring safety regulations are followed.
• Assist the teacher by providing individualized instruction.

Skills

Effective methods of working with children

Core subjects knowledge

Safety regulations familiarity

Confidentiality and data recording

Technology proficiency for instruction

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree or 48 semester hours

Tools

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Driver's Pocket Card

Job description

Pender County Schools is looking for an Instructional Assistant / Bus Driver to support teachers and ensure student safety on school buses. This position requires at least five years of experience working with children, and a valid North Carolina Driver's License with a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) endorsement.

Key responsibilities include driving a school bus, assisting with instructional duties, and maintaining student safety. The role is demanding, requiring effective communication, understanding of children's developmental stages, and collaboration with school personnel.