TEACHER ASSISTANT/BUS DRIVER (PART-TIME)

Young World Physical Education; Spencer (NC); On-site; USD 22,454 - 27,896; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a part-time Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver for North Rowan Elementary School in Spencer, NC. This role combines assisting teachers in instructional duties with safely transporting students.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, the ability to obtain a bus license, and educational qualifications relevant to teaching assistance. The position involves a commitment to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for students.

Qualifications

• Must have 48 semester hours or equivalent educational qualification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a school bus license and CDL.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in classroom activities and supervise students.
• Safely transport children to and from school.
• Maintain discipline and order during bus rides.

Skills

Instructional assistance

Bus driving

Communication

Physical endurance

Compliance with safety regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Associate Degree or higher

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

TEACHER ASSISTANT/BUS DRIVER (PART-TIME)

Rowan-Salisbury Schools, North Rowan Elementary School – Spencer, North Carolina

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

TEACHER ASSISTANT

Reports to: Principal

Purpose: To serve primarily as an instructional assistant and work with children; to support the teacher in organizing and preparing instructional materials and to support the daily functions and activities of the classroom and school.

Qualifications:

• 48 semester hours including core courses with an overall 2.5 or higher GPA from an accredited institution, OR
• Associate Degree or higher with an overall 2.5 or higher GPA from an accredited institution, OR
• WorkKeys testing in Applied Math (min score 4), Workplace Documents (min score 4), and Business Writing (min score 3).
• Obtain and maintain a bus license.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to physically perform basic operational functions including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve primarily as an instructional assistant and spend the majority of time working with students.
• Assist the teacher in ensuring a safe and healthful environment.
• Enforce school and classroom rules and expectations consistently.
• Interact effectively with students, teachers, administrators, co‑workers, parents, and community.
• Conduct oneself as a role model, exhibiting positive behavior.
• May be assigned to work with a grade, class or department and not a specific teacher, based on the needs of the school.
• Comply with all administrative directives in a timely and professional manner.
• Exhibit punctuality and regular attendance.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher and/or principal in a timely and professional manner.

Term of Employment: 10 months

BUS DRIVER

Reports to: Principal

Purpose: To safely transport children to and from assigned school.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with P&S endorsements.
• Ability to successfully complete a medical examination.
• Ability to complete the physical standards testing set forth by the School Bus and Traffic Safety Section of the NC Division of Motor Vehicles and the school system’s transportation department.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Meet and maintain legal and physical requirements for North Carolina School Bus Certification and local rules.
• Operate and maneuver a school bus with proficiency.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations at all levels.
• Exercise good judgment in evaluating situations.
• Earn the respect of students of all ages and act sensitively to their needs.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain current bus licenses through required training.
• Drive a school bus safely and professionally.
• Maintain order and discipline of students in accordance with school board policies.
• Complete daily pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections.
• Clean and maintain the bus.
• Report mechanical problems immediately to the bus garage.
• Accurately complete time sheets and submit to principals on time each month.
• Contact principal if any student remains on the bus longer than an hour and fifteen minutes each way.

Term of Employment: 10 months

Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Job ID: 5793827

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $16.30 to $20.25 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Ashley Lemley, Director of Talent Acquisition
• 500 N Main St, Salisbury, NC 28144, USA
• [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]