The Chattooga County Board of Education is currently accepting applications for several positions ahead of the upcoming 2026-27 school year.

Open positions include full-time and substitute bus drivers, paraprofessionals at multiple schools, and a part-time custodian position at Lyerly Elementary School.

The school system is seeking full-time bus drivers for 152-day positions with benefits, as well as on-call substitute drivers. Pay is based on experience, with hourly rates ranging up to $23.42 per hour for full-time drivers and $15 per hour for substitute drivers. Applicants must possess a valid CDL with school bus endorsements or be willing to complete paid training after obtaining a CDL.

Several paraprofessional positions are also available for the upcoming school year. Vacancies include assignments at Leroy Massey Elementary School, Lyerly Elementary School, Summerville Middle School, and Chattooga High School. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and meet Georgia paraprofessional certification requirements.

In addition, the school system is hiring a part-time custodian for Lyerly Elementary School. The position is a 208-day assignment working 4.5 hours per day, Tuesday through Friday.

Applications may be obtained through the Chattooga County School System’s Human Resources Department or online through the district website. Applications should be submitted to Human Resources Director Dawn Campbell at the Chattooga County Board of Education.

School officials encourage qualified individuals interested in working with students and supporting local schools to apply.