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Recruiting Bonuses for 2023-2024 

• $4,000 for all newly hired certified EC, secondary math, and secondary science teachers in selected schools in those positions during the 2023-2024 school year  

• $2,500 for all newly hired certified EC, secondary math, and secondary science teachers selected to work in those positions at all other schools during the 2023-2024 school year  

• $2,000 for all other newly hired certified instructional and certified instructional support staff with a start date between 7/1/2023 and 10/1/2023.  

• Recruiting bonuses will be split into monthly payments and prorated for partial years. Example: a newly hired EC teacher in one of the selected schools who has an August start date would earn $400 per month until May 2024.  If the same teacher started in January of 2024, that teacher would earn a $2,000 bonus paid at $400 per month for five months.  

• Recruiting bonuses cannot be combined with the bonuses for current employees listed below. Recruiting bonuses apply to staff hired in permanent positions.  

Retention Bonuses for 2023 - 2024  

• $3,000 Bonus for all current EC, secondary math, and secondary science teachers currently working at the selected schools during the 2023-2024 school year. 

• $1,500 for all other certified instructional and certified instructional support staff.  

• $1,000 for all permanent classified staff and other permanent staff not listed above.  

• Bonuses will be split into monthly payments (either 9 or 10 months) and prorated for partial years. Current employee bonuses cannot be combined with the recruiting bonuses listed above; however, newly hired employees who are not eligible for a recruiting bonus are eligible for a current employee bonus if all criteria are met. 

• Current employee bonuses will be prorated for part-time staff in permanent positions. For the purpose of this bonus, “full-time” is defined as working 30 or more hours per week in a permanent position. 

Johnston County Public Schools has launched a new employment application system. The new North Carolina School Jobs powered by People Admin, provides an innovative way to streamline the hiring process. Applicants will experience an enhanced, user friendly system when applying for positions. To apply for career opportunities visit the Johnston County Public Schools Job Board and sign-up for or login to Johnston County Public Schools Jobs powered by People Admin.

Current Johnston County Public Schools Employees must be on the transfer list to apply for a position within the school system. After being on the transfer list, an employee may apply for position(s) through Applicant Tracking by completing an abbreviated application.

• Applicants for administrative positions (principal, assistant principal, and central services) will need to apply online and upload any required documents.

  • The application can be found online through Applicant Tracking.

  • A resume is required. You will upload your resume to your online portfolio.

  • Three electronic references are required. Additionally, three written letters of recommendation are preferred. 

  Contact carlawithrow@johnston.k12.nc.us for assistance.

• Applicants for certified positions (teachers, counselors, social workers, psychologists, speech-language pathologists, etc.) will need to apply online and upload any required documents. 

  • The application can be found online through Applicant Tracking.

  • A resume is required. You will upload your resume to your online portfolio.

  If you do not currently hold a North Carolina teaching license, you must also submit a copy of your out-of-state license, transcripts, and test scores (if available). If you are not a licensed teacher but are interested in entering teaching through an alternative route, please visit our Licensure page for information.

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  We invite you to complete a new portfolio-application today. If you have questions about NC School Jobs powered by People Admin or need support with the application process, please call 1-877-974-7437.

Applicants for classified positions (teacher assistant, office support, custodial, food service, mechanics, grounds workers, etc.) will need to follow the steps below. If you have questions, contact Human Resource Services at 919-934-6031.

• Employment Application
  

  • The application can be found online through Applicant Tracking.

  • An email address is required to complete the application. If you do not have access to an email account you will need to create one.

  • Provide a minimum of one supervisory reference on your application.  Be sure to give complete and accurate contact information.

  • References from friends, neighbors, and family members are not acceptable.

  • For help completing contact Applicant Tracking by calling 1-877-974-7437.
    

• Supporting Documents

  • Teacher Assistants and Office Support applicants are required to submit a copy of their high school diploma, GED, or highest level of completed education. Upload this information into your online profile.

    • Applicants that graduated from a Johnston County public school can request their high school transcript or diploma by going to www.johnston.k12.nc.us/transcripts. 

  • If you have questions regarding any of these forms, contact Human Resource Services at 919-934-6031.

A computer is provided in Human Resource Services for your use if you do not otherwise have access or should you need assistance. 

*All applicants for classified positions, except central office positions, must be eligible and willing to drive a school bus. Exemptions may apply. If you have any questions regarding this requirement, please contact Human Resource Services.

Application Steps: 

• The application can be found online through Applicant Tracking.

• Applications are reviewed and a criminal background check is conducted on qualified applicants.

• Individuals with a high school diploma or college degree (but without a teaching certificate) will also need Effective Teacher Training.

• Upon completion of the application and background clearance, you will receive the volunteer hours form via email, to complete your 18 volunteer hours. These must be completed at one school and be signed by the principal.

• Confidential reference checks are then performed on qualified applicants.

• If approved for employment as a substitute teacher, the applicant will be invited to attend New Substitute Teacher Orientation.

• Upon completion of orientation and submission of required forms, the new substitute teacher will be entered into the absence management system, AESOP. The new substitute teacher will claim their JCPS ID account which will allow access to Frontline/AESOP, and begin substitute teaching.

Application Information and Materials:

• Employment Application
  

  • The application can be found online through Applicant Tracking. Be sure to apply specifically to the Substitute Teacher job by typing "Substitute Teacher" into the search bar.

  • An email address is required to complete the application. If you do not have access to an email account you will need to create one.

  • Provide a minimum of three professional references with one reference being your current or most recent supervisor.  Be sure to give complete and accurate contact information, including email addresses.

  • References from friends, neighbors, and family members are not acceptable.

  • If you have questions about completing this application, please call Applicant Tracking at 1-877-974-7437

• Effective Teacher Training (ETT) through either of the following:
  (Upon completion of ETT, the applicant should upload the certificate of completion to their online application.)

  • App-Garden University

    • This course is available online for applicants to purchase for $29.00.

  • Johnston Community College

    • This course is available through the community college for $70.00.

• Volunteer Hours

  • A total of 18 volunteer hours is required. This form will be sent to you via email, once we receive your verification of completing the ETT course and we complete your confidential background check.