Academic Assistant Coach

South Pointe High School; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

South Pointe High School in Rock Hill, South Carolina is seeking an Academic Assistant Coach to support the Academic Coach by assisting with instructional activities, reinforcing academic lessons, and guiding enrichment and remedial work for students.

The position includes monitoring students, clerical support, and maintaining records while adhering to district policies and school expectations within a structured educational setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 60 college hours or an associate's degree.
• Paraprofessional assessment options may satisfy requirements.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administering tests and assignments to support instruction.
• Guide students in independent study and remedial activities.
• Maintain records and clerical support for assigned students.
• Monitor student safety and enforce district policies.
• Operate within a defined budget and resources as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Classroom supervision

Instructional support

Record keeping

Communication

Student safety

Education

60 semester hours

Associate's degree or higher

Paraprofessional assessment options

Job description

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Academic Assistant Coach

Rock Hill School District South Pointe High School - Rock Hill, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in CERRA-SC , and Rock Hill School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5902984

Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 4:0 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Reports To: Principal

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Prior to employment, paraprofessional requirements must be met. See requirement options under Education and Experience section of this posting.

General Definition of Work

The Academic Assistant Coach supports the Academic Coach with assigned students by assisting with instructional activities, administering and reinforcing academic lessons, and guiding independent, enrichment, and remedial work to promote student success. The role includes monitoring students to ensure a safe and positive learning environment, maintaining accurate records and clerical support, and adhering to district policies and school expectations. Through direct instruction and support, the position contributes to students’ academic achievement, interpersonal development, and daily living skills within a structured educational setting.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

Support 3, 190 days/ 7.5 hours per day

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Rock Hill Schools. Rock Hill Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Assist with administering tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting in the instructional process for the assigned students.
• Assist assigned students with lesson assignments and/or activities for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Guides students in independent study (e.g. enrichment work, remedial work, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring students’ success.
• Instruct students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
• Meets expectations set for all personnel (e.g. school schedule, dress code, performance) for the purpose of maintaining safe and efficient school operations within District guidelines and policies.
• Monitors assigned student(s) according to predefined schedule in classroom for the purpose of ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
• Performs record-keeping and clerical functions relating to the assigned student (e.g. scheduling, copying, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the assigned student.
• Comply with district policies, schedules, and professional expectations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of basic instructional practices and classroom procedures.
• Knowledge of student supervision and safety practices in an educational setting.
• Ability to assist students with lessons, assignments, testing, and make-up work under teacher direction.
• Ability to reinforce learning concepts and support independent, enrichment, and remedial activities.
• Ability to assist students with instructional activities and lesson assignments.
• Ability to support testing, homework, and make-up work as directed.
• Ability to monitor and supervise students to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Basic organizational and clerical skills, including record keeping and copying.
• Ability to follow school schedules, district policies, and professional standards.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills when working with students and staff.
• Ability to provide instructional support that promotes academic achievement, interpersonal development, and daily living skills.
• Ability to monitor assigned students and maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Skill in basic record keeping and clerical tasks related to student support.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills when working with students, teachers, and staff.
• Experience operating within a defined budget and utilizing limited resources from other work units as needed to perform job functions.

Education and Experience

Prior to employment, paraprofessional requirements must be met with the requirements listed below. (Paraprofessional documentsmust besubmittedwiththe application)

• Minimum employment requirements; at least 60 semester hours earned at an accredited institution of higher education; or an associate's degree (or higher); or a South Carolina approved state or local academic assessment that measures the paraprofessional's knowledge of and ability to assist in instruction at the appropriate level.
• Paraprofessionals may meet the assessment requirement by passing the Paraprofessional Assessment (5758 Reading and Writing) and (5759 Mathematics) (ETS.org). The minimum passing score for (5758 Reading and Writing) is 332 and (5759 Mathematics) is 334.

Special Requirements

• Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License or ability to provide own transportation
• Prior to beginning employment, negative tb test results must be provided.

Physical Requirements/Work Conditions

• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms and occasionally required to sit.
• Frequently squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and reach forward.
• Frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this position.
• Frequent interruptions and immediate attention to unexpected situations are expected.
• Will regularly work indoors and may occasionally work outdoors.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit official transcripts, three professional references with at least one supervisory reference and a copy of the appropriate credentials as part of the application process.

Pre-Onboarding and Employment Requirements

As a condition of employment and prior to onboarding, the district will conduct a criminal history background check. The recommended candidate will be required to provide personal information necessary to complete the background check such as date of birth, gender, and race to remain in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. As part of the pre-employment process, candidates will be required to submit TB test results and complete designated employment tasks.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. Job description is sourced from employee interviews, internal documents, representative job descriptions in similar districts, and other state/federal agencies.

Rock Hill Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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