2026-2027 Kindergarten Assistant

Young World Physical Education; Seabrook Island (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a dedicated Kindergarten Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year in Seabrook, South Carolina. The role involves supporting the assigned teacher in creating an effective learning environment, assisting with classroom management, and organizing educational materials.

Ideal candidates must have an associate's degree or equivalent and a solid understanding of children. The position offers full-time hours with professional development opportunities, adhering to the educational standards of the Beaufort County School District.

Qualifications

• Instructional Assistants must meet No Child Left Behind standards.
• Knowledge of basic computer operations required.
• Ability to handle unforeseen situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in maintaining student discipline.
• Prepare classroom materials for instruction.
• Provide clerical and organizational support.

Skills

Knowledge and understanding of children

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work with others

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

60 college credit hours from an accredited institution

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

General office equipment

Job description

2026-2027 Kindergarten Assistant

Davis Elementary - Seabrook, South Carolina

Position Purpose

POSITION PURPOSE: Under direct supervision of the assigned teacher, provides assistance in maintaining a well‑organized, appropriate classroom environment conducive to teaching and learning.

Essential Functions

• Assists teacher in maintaining student discipline and conduct.
• Assists with set‑up of classroom and prepares materials for specialized instructional units.
• Works with small groups or individuals during classroom activities under the teacher’s supervision.
• Operates office equipment such as computers, typewriters, copier, calculators and laminator.
• Collects and displays suitable material for displays and bulletin boards.
• Provides clerical support by performing such duties as light typing and data entry, routine sorting and filing, and maintaining student records.
• Collects incoming money for field trips, school pictures, and other school related fees; prepares receipts for money collected.
• Participates in daily and long‑range lesson and classroom activity planning.
• Participates, when requested, in parent conferences, meetings, professional development and staff meetings.
• Assists teacher in maintaining neat work/study areas, collecting and storing equipment after use by the group and general housekeeping chores.
• Assists with supervision of students, as requested.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent or other district office administrator as designated by the Superintendent.

Qualifications

Instructional Assistants must meet No Child Left Behind and District compliance for Paraprofessional Highly Qualified status:

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school; OR
• 60 college credit hours from an accredited college or university; OR
• Satisfactory score on Educational Testing Service ParaPro Assessment.

Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic computer operations and functions, use of the Internet and Microsoft Office applications, and skill in the use of general office equipment such as calculators, typewriters, copier, etc.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of children.
• Ability to work with others.
• Willingness to follow directions.
• Ability to handle unforeseen situations in accordance with Board Policy.
• Ability to accept individual differences among children.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented.

Physical Demands

• Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
• Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.
• Speak and hear.
• Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.
• Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls.

Workplace Expectations

• Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds.
• Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
• Have regular and punctual attendance.
• Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities.

Reports To

Principal

DAYS PER YEAR

182

Salary Classification

Paid on the Classified Salary Schedule Level 103

Employee Group

Classified

Position Type

Full‑time

THE BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER