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    NORTHAMPTON COUNTY SCHOOLS

    HIRING PROCESS

    Education

    Thank you for your interest in joining Northampton County Schools where we are Changing the Lives of Children!

     

    Step 1: Apply

    1. Visit our website for vacancies
    2. Complete the online Application

    Be sure to upload all applicable items with your application: transcripts, Praxis/NTE/Pearson scores, your license, resume, letter of interest and effective teacher training certificate.

    Step 2: Interview and Recommendation

    Interview

    • Principals/Supervisors determine which applicants to invite for an interview.
    • If Principals/Supervisors need more information or would like to set up an interview, the applicant will be contacted directly via phone or email.

    Recommendation and Review

    • Principals/Supervisors submits a recommendation to Human Resources.  
    • Human Resources will review the applicant’s application for completeness and relevant credentials including a North Carolina Teacher’s License (if applicable). Human Resources also will check to see if the applicant is certified in area for which the request has been submitted.  
    • An incomplete application will delay the process.
    • All required documents, including interview and telephone reference forms are sent to Human Resources.

    Step 3: Recommendation for Employment

    • Applicant is sent a link to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC).  This is sent via email to the email address listed in Teachermatch.
    • Human Resources cannot move forward with the process of the recommendation until the CRC is complete.  
    • Once approved CRC is received, Human Resources will contact the applicant by phone to offer the position.
    • Once applicant accepts the position, a recommendation is submitted to the Board of Education for approval

    Step 4: Pre-Employment

    • Human Resources will communicate with the candidate welcoming them aboard and will inform the candidate of a start date.
    • The new employee will be sent an Employment Package which includes all pre-employment paperwork to be completed. 

    Frequently Asked Questions:

    • How do I apply for a position with NCS?

    You will need to complete the online application and provide all of the necessary supporting documents. 

      • Transcripts: You should request your college or university send a copy of your transcript to Human Resource Services. Both undergraduate and graduate transcripts are desired. Beginning teachers should file a supplemental transcript after requirements for the degree are met.
      • References: Your application should include the name, position, complete mailing address, and work and home telephone numbers of at least three references, such as principals and supervisors, who have first hand knowledge of your professional preparation and competence. References such as relatives are not acceptable.
      • Application packet: Your application packet, when complete will contain the following:
        • A completed application
        • A copy of your teacher's license
        • A copy of your NTE, PRAXIS, or other state required test scores
        • A copy of your final, dated-degree college transcripts
      • Requirements for Classified Applicants Office Support - Office support/secretarial positions require an Associate’s degree.   Maintenance & Transportation - Many maintenance and transportation positions require specific license for certain aspects of their position (ex: Pesticide license, electrical license, CDL, etc.) Bus Driver: HS Diploma or GED, CDL, clean driving record.
      • Child Nutrition: HS Diploma or GED, Serve Safe Certification required.
      • Teacher Assistant - To be eligible for a teacher assistant position, an applicant must have a High School Diploma or GED, completed a minimum of 60 semester hours of college level credits or a 2-year degree and completed Effective Teacher Training
      • See job descriptions located on our website, if applicable, for specific requirements of posted positions.What happens after I submit my application? Will I be contacted for a job interview I submitted an application, but have not heard back yet.  Who should I contact? Can I apply via email, fax, mail, or by directly contacting the Human Resources department? How frequently do you update the job postings? A job has been posted for a number of months, is it still open? Do jobs remain posted after the position has been filled? Can I update an application, once it has been submitted? 
      • Yes, you will be able to log back in and make changes to your profile information at any time.
      • Postings are removed once a job has been filled with a board-approved candidate.
      • If a position is on the website, it is still open and the Principal/Hiring Supervisor is still seeking candidates.
      • We update job postings as positions become available.  At our busiest time of the year, this can happen on a daily basis.
      • NCS only accepts applications submitted through the online application system.  The advantages of an online application system benefit both the applicants and the school system.  The online application system provides more options for applicants and more timely updates to job postings.
      • Due to the large volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond personally to all applicants.  Should your qualifications match a staffing need, you will be directly contacted.
      • Principals or a Department Supervisor will contact the candidates they are interested in interviewing.
      • All applications are reviewed and screened.  Candidates who best meet the position requirement will be contacted by the Human Resources Department/Principal/Hiring Supervisor.

    Attachments should be uploaded during the application process.

    • What happens after I submit my application?

      • All applications are reviewed and screened.  Candidates who best meet the position requirement will be contacted by the Human Resources Department/Principal/Hiring Supervisor.

        • Will I be contacted for a job interview

        Principals or a Department Supervisor will contact the candidates they are interested in interviewing.

        • I submitted an application, but have not heard back yet.  Who should I contact?

        Due to the large volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond personally to all applicants.  Should your qualifications match a staffing need, you will be directly contacted.

        • Can I apply via email, fax, mail, or by directly contacting the Human Resources department?

        NCS only accepts applications submitted through the online application system.  The advantages of an online application system benefit both the applicants and the school system.  The online application system provides more options for applicants and more timely updates to job postings.

        • How frequently do you update the job postings?

        We update job postings as positions become available.  At our busiest time of the year, this can happen on a daily basis.

        • A job has been posted for a number of months, is it still open?

        If a position is on the website, it is still open and the Principal/Hiring Supervisor is still seeking candidates.

        • Do jobs remain posted after the position has been filled?

        Postings are removed once a job has been filled with a board-approved candidate.

        • Can I update an application, once it has been submitted?

        Yes, you will be able to log back in and make changes to your profile information at any time.