Human Resources

Centered on Student Success & Employee Support

Lee County Schools is a family of educators committed to student growth and success. We believe that students perform their best in an environment where they feel safe, supported, and cared for.

Because we believe you cannot give something you have not received, our district is focused on providing support for staff in any area of life we can so that those educators and faculty members can truly shine each day for our students.

Our district's 17 schools always have needs for qualified, passionate educators. If you want to view the open positions in the district at this time, click here. Lee County Schools' Human Resource Department offers employee development and training, staffing, compensation, and recruitment, in addition to disability management services. Human Resource staff strive to provide quality services to attract, develop, motivate and retain a diverse workforce within a supportive work environment. We do this with an emphasis on customer service based on consultation and communication with the community.

There is no better place to start or continue your career in education than right here in Lee County Schools! We are located in the heart of North Carolina, just under an hour drive from Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Fayetteville, Greensboro, and Southern Pines. There are ample opportunities to learn from the best at many of our state's colleges and universities while you enjoy all the fun that the Sandhills and Triangle region of North Carolina have to offer.

For more information on why Sanford is such a great place to work, live and play, take a peek at our friends at VisitSanfordNC.com.

We hope to hear from you soon and look forward to discussing the ways we can grow together as we inspire students together, educating them to open doors to a thriving future.

Warmest regards,

Salvatore Cosimo, IV

Executive Director of Human Resources

Substitute Teaching Positions and Management through ESS

Substitute teachers are a critical part of keeping the educational program of each school up and running when the unexpected occurs.

We are excited to announce that Lee County Schools has partnered with Educational Staffing Service (ESS) to manage its substitute teacher program and THEY'RE HIRING!

Whether you are a recent college graduate looking to work your way into a full-time teaching position, a retired teacher interested in getting back into the classroom, or anyone looking to make a positive contribution to the development of children, ESS has a place for you.

ESS offers excellent employee perks, including health benefits, training, support, weekly pay, 401(k), bonus opportunities, award programs, and more. Plus, working as a substitute is extremely flexible--when, where, and how often you work is entirely up to you.

To work as a substitute in Lee County Schools, apply today at www.ESS.jobs or call 877-983-2244 for more information.

Meet the HR Team

Salvatore Cosimo, IV, Executive Director of Human Resources

Phone: (919) 774-6226 ext. 7206

Email Mr. Cosimo

Patricia Coldren, Director of Recruitment, Retention & Professional Development

Phone: (919) 774-6226 ext. 7219

Email Ms. Coldren

Other HR Department Contacts

Certified Specialist (Certified Employees & Licensure)

Ruth Ellis - P: (919) 774-6226 ext. 7260 | Email Ruth

Data Specialist/Administrative Assistant

Contact for NCID, Safe Schools, Student Teaching

Javetta Clark - P: (919) 774-6226 ext. 7246 | Email Javetta

Classified Specialist

Contact for Backgrounds, Classified Employees, Worker's Comp, & FMLA

Malissa Riggins - P: (919) 774-6226 ext. 7257 | Email Malissa

Central Office Receptionist

Joanna Molina - P: (919) 774-6226 | Email Joanna

Benefits Specialist

Rebecca Gaines - P: (919) 774-6226 ext. 7239 | Email Rebecca

Non-Discrimination Disclosure

In compliance with federal law, Lee County Schools administers all locally operated educational programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination because of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, color, age, military service, disability, or gender, except where exemption is appropriate and allowed by law.

Inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination issues should be directed to:

Stacie Eggers, Assistant Superintendent-Operations
Lee County Schools
PO Box 1010
Sanford, NC 27331-1010
919.774.6226 (phone); 919.776.4954 (fax)