Employee Benefits
At Dare County Schools, we are pleased to offer our employees a competitive compensation package.
Teachers, school administrators, and non-teaching positions in NC schools are employed by local boards of education but are paid on a state salary schedule. In addition to the state salary, a local supplement is also available to certified employees along with comprehensive health, insurance, and retirement options.
For more information about employee benefits, contact our human resources department.
Benefit Opportunities for Employees
Insurance Benefits
- NC State Health Plan Coverage
- Flex Benefit Plans
- Vision Plan Options
- District Paid Term Life Insurance Policy ($30,000 coverage for employees / $2,000 for spouse/children)
Health Benefits & Paid Leave
- Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holiday, and Extended Sick Leave
- 8 Weeks Paid Maternity / 4 Weeks Paternity Leave
- Employee Assistance Program - 6 Paid Counseling Visits Per Year
Retirement & Discounts
- North Carolina Retirement Plan and 401K
- Retirement Planning and Auto Insurance Discounts through Horace Mann
- Business Discounts through BOSS Program
Teacher Compensation Overview
Teacher Salary Scale
$37,000 - $65,880 (Based on experience and certifications)
Certified Local Supplement
$4,000 - $6,750 (Based on experience and certifications)
Full-Time Classified Compensation Overview
Salary grades and step rates for full-time employees are based on experience and years of service.
2022 - 2023 Classified Salary Scales
To view each pay scale, click on the document to enlarge.
Affordable Teacher Housing
Through the generosity of the Dare Education Foundation, Dare County Schools is able to offer two teaching housing complexes in Kill Devil Hills and Hatteras. Rented below market value, the 2-bedroom, 2-bath units are an affordable option for teachers.