About the opportunity
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Americas, Americas Mid-Atlantic District, is seeking an Educational Aide for Special Education at Bitz Intermediate School in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Working in a classroom setting, the successful candidate will monitor students throughout the school day, assist with toileting, feeding, eating, and personal hygiene, and support educational efforts in both special education and general education classrooms. Duties also include administrative tasks such as maintaining attendance records, filing, scheduling, reviewing assignments, working with students according to plans developed by specialists and educators, preparing instructional materials, and participating in parent-teacher conferences.
Salary and benefits
- Hourly pay rate ranging from $21.67 to $35.26 per hour, including applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- Federal employee benefits eligibility as provided under applicable federal regulations.
Who can apply?
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Must have at least 1 year of general experience (progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work indicating ability to acquire the required knowledge and skills).
- Education substitution: 2 years (60 semester hours) of post-secondary education may substitute for the required general experience.
- Combination of education and general experience may be used to meet requirements if the combined percentage is at least 100%.
- Credits or degrees from foreign institutions must be evaluated by a NACES member organization, an endorsed university, or a graduate division of a regionally accredited university.
Required documents
- Resume: Must be two pages or less and state employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), hours worked per week, and detailed duties.
- Transcripts: Required if qualifying based on education or substituting education for experience.
- Online Questionnaire responses.
- Cover Letter (optional).
- Most recent Performance Appraisal (if applicable).
- Supporting documentation to verify eligibility or preference claims (e.g., military orders or veterans' preference documentation).
When to apply
- Applications open on August 28, 2026.
- Application deadline is September 8, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.
How to apply
- Log into your USAJOBS account or create one before applying.
- Click Apply to access the online application system and complete the questionnaire.
- Select or upload your resume (two pages or less) and required supporting documents such as transcripts.
- Verify that all documents clear the virus scan process and submit the completed application package prior to 11:59 PM EST on September 8, 2026.
Additional information
- Position appointment is temporary with an initial end date Not To Exceed June 30, 2027, and may be extended in one-year increments up to a maximum of three years.
- Work schedule is 70 hours per bi-weekly pay period.
- Position is covered by the Federal Education Association, Stateside Region, Non-Professional bargaining unit.
- Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodation should contact David Walton at ra@dodea.edu.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Individuals with experience in clerical or educational support who are interested in working within a school environment.
- Candidates who are comfortable assisting with personal care, including toileting and feeding, for students with special needs.
- Those seeking a temporary federal position with the potential for extension up to three years.
What should you think carefully about?
- The appointment is temporary, with an initial end date of June 30, 2027.
- The work schedule is 70 hours per bi-weekly pay period, which is less than a standard full-time load.
- Applicants must be prepared to handle both administrative tasks and direct student support duties.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is a great entry point for someone looking to gain experience in a special education setting within the Department of Defense. It provides a steady income and federal benefits for those seeking a structured, short-to-medium-term commitment.
Our take
This is a suitable role for those interested in special education support; candidates seeking permanent, full-time employment may find the temporary nature of this position less ideal.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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