About the opportunity
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Mid-Atlantic District is seeking an Educational Aide for Poole Elementary School at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Working in a classroom setting, the Educational Aide supports instructional activities, prepares classroom materials, grades assessments, tutors students across subject areas, monitors students throughout the school day, and accompanies/supervises students on field trips.
Salary and benefits
- Hourly wage between $19.64 and $33.45 per hour, including applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- Federal government employment benefits package as applicable.
Who can apply?
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Must have at least one year of qualifying general experience (progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work demonstrating necessary skills), OR 2 years (60 semester hours) of post-high school education, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Foreign degrees or coursework must be evaluated by a NACES member organization or equivalent accredited procedure prior to acceptance.
Required documents
- Resume (maximum 2 pages) detailing employer name, job title, start/end dates, hours worked per week, and detailed work experience.
- Legible photocopies of official transcripts (Bachelor's, Master's, EDS, or Doctorate if substituting education for experience).
- Cover Letter (optional).
- Most recent Performance Appraisal (if applicable).
- Documentation proving eligibility authority (e.g., veteran status or Federal employee status).
When to apply
- Applications close on September 11, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.
How to apply
- Log into or create a USAJOBS account.
- Click 'Apply' to start the online application and select your resume and required supporting documents.
- Complete the online questionnaire and review your complete application package.
- Submit all application materials before 11:59 PM EST on September 11, 2026.
Additional information
- This is a seasonal position with a schedule of 70 hours per bi-weekly pay period.
- Position requires a 2-year trial period.
- Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation during the application process can 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…
- Candidates with at least one year of qualifying clerical or office experience, or two years of post-high school education.
- Individuals seeking an on-site, seasonal school environment role in Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
- U.S. citizens who are comfortable committing to a 70-hour bi-weekly schedule and a two-year trial period.
What should you think carefully about?
- If you are not currently located in or near Fort Bragg, North Carolina, you must evaluate the feasibility of on-site commuting or relocation.
- The position requires navigating federal application requirements, including a maximum two-page resume and verifying foreign degrees through a NACES member organization if applicable.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This seasonal Educational Aide position is a practical fit for individuals looking to build school-support experience within a federal Department of Defense education setting while earning an hourly wage between $19.64 and $33.45.
Our take
U.S. citizens with relevant general experience or education who want a structured on-site role at Poole Elementary School should seriously consider applying before the September 11, 2026 deadline.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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