Pre-K Teacher Assistant, Sub Bus Driver, S. Ray Lowder Elementary School

Date Posted

August 5, 2026

Position Detail (360.210)

• Pre-K Teacher Assistant, Sub Bus Driver, S. Ray Lowder Elementary School
• Permanent / full-time / 10 months / 7.5 hours per day
• Benefit eligible (paid holidays, sick leave, retirement, hospitalization insurance, annual leave)
• Dual Employment position. Must meet requirements for both positions.

Position Available

August 13, 2026

Reports To

Classroom Teacher, Principal, or Assistant Principal

Salary / FLSA / Non-Exempt

Teacher Assistant: Grade 59 ($16.48 - $22.23 per hour); plus local supplement, if applicable

Sub Bus: Grade 51B ($15.00-$17.00 per hour)

The salary for this position is based upon the successful applicant's years of service in the NC State Retirement System in the same or similar position. Experience outside of this system is not recognized for pay purposes. For current Lincoln County School employees, this position will be paid according to the current Lincoln County Schools' pay scale.

Nature of Work

The Teacher Assistant/Bus Driver provides direct support to students and teachers.

• Works one-on-one with students to assist with academics, behavioral challenges, and personal/self-help skills.
• Lead small group activities and reinforce teacher-directed lessons.
• Assists teachers with general housekeeping, clerical tasks, and personal care needs of students.
• Supports the classroom environment to ensure high-quality instruction and student success.
• Safely transports students to and from school as required.

Requirements

10A NCAC 09 .3013 NC PRE-K TEACHER ASSISTANT EDUCATION AND

CREDENTIALS

(a) All teacher assistants shall have a high school diploma or its equivalent and shall either:

(1) hold a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; or

(2) hold or be working toward an Associate Degree or higher in birth-through[1]kindergarten, child development, early childhood education, or an early childhood education related field. Teacher assistants working toward the Associate Degree shall make progress by completing a minimum of (6) six semester hours per year.

(b) All teacher assistants shall complete a minimum of 15 hours of annual in-service professional development. A combination of college coursework, Continuing Education Units (CEUs), or clock hours may be used to complete the requirements of this Rule.

(c) The site-level administrator shall document the progress of any teacher assistants who are working toward the required education. This documentation must be maintained in the individual''s staff record available for review by the Division.

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to lift objects

BACKGROUND CHECK

Pre-K teacher assistants and other professionals that work with Pre-K students are required to have a Child Care criminal background check every five years of employment. The cost will be at the employee's expense, and will be reimbursed upon completion. You will not be able to begin employment until your Qualification Letter has been received. This process will be reviewed by HR at the time of employment.

Areas of Responsibility

• Support classroom teachers in delivering high-quality instruction.
• Provide individualized and small group support to students.
• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, and on field trips.
• Assist with clerical, organizational, and instructional preparation tasks.
• Ensure student safety, discipline, and engagement in all learning environments.
• Operate a school bus to safely transport students to and from school and activities.

Job Functions and Duties

Instructional Support

• Provide one-on-one and small group instruction under the teacher's direction.
• Reinforce lessons, monitor student work, and encourage achievement.
• Demonstrate activities and keep students on task.
• Prepare instructional materials, visual aids, and classroom setup.
• Assist with grading, recording, and distributing materials.
• Serve as substitute teacher or testing proctor as assigned.

Student Supervision and Support

• Support students with self-help skills, personal care, and social development.
• Monitor and redirect student behavior, reinforcing positive conduct.
• Encourage respect for others and help resolve minor conflicts.
• Observe and report student progress, behavior, and concerns to the teacher.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.

Clerical and Organizational Duties

• Record attendance, grades, health data, and behavioral information.
• File and maintain records in accordance with requirements.
• Organize and store classroom materials.
• Attend workshops and professional development sessions.

Bus Driver Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus in accordance with state and district regulations.
• Transport students to and from school and school-related activities.
• Maintain discipline and safety on the bus.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

Additional Duties

• Assist in maintaining a safe, orderly, and supportive school environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the teacher, principal, or supervisor.

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Application Process

All candidates are required to complete an on-line application via Applicant Tracking. Please visit the Lincoln County Schools website (www.lincoln.k12.nc.us), select EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, and APPLICANT TRACKING to begin the process. Questions should be addressed to the contact person below.

Jordan Beam, Principal

S. Ray Lowder Elementary School

Email: jordan.beam@lincoln.k12.nc.us

Phone: 704.735.2741

Lincoln County Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, handicap, national origin, race, religion or sex.