Certified Nursing Classroom Assistant (CNA) – Special Education Classroom

Young World Physical Education; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Certified Nursing Classroom Assistant (CNA) for a Special Education Classroom at McCarthy-Teszler School in Spartanburg County School District 7. The position starts July 30, 2026 and is full-time, 190 days.

The CNA provides classroom support and basic nursing care to students with special needs, promoting health, safety, and inclusive participation while collaborating with teachers, nurses, therapists, and families.

Qualifications

• South Carolina CNA Certification is required.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification is preferred.
• Prior experience with children or individuals with disabilities is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, nurses, therapists, and families.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• High School/Trade School degree is preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with personal care needs (toileting, feeding, hygiene, mobility, positioning).
• Monitor health status and report concerns to nurse or teacher.
• Support health care plans as directed by the nurse.
• Assist with instructional activities, classroom management, and student engagement.
• Support IEP goals and alignment of health services.
• Supervise during meals, recess, transitions and transportation.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

South Carolina CNA Certification

CPR/First Aid Certification

High School/Trade School Degree

Job description

Certified Nursing Classroom Assistant (CNA) – Special Education Classroom

Location: McCarthy‑Teszler School – Spartanburg County School District 7

Starting Date: Jul 30, 2026

Position Type: Full‑time, 190 days

Reports To: Classroom Teacher and School Nurse

Qualifications

• South Carolina CNA Certification (required)
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (preferred)
• Prior experience working with children or individuals with disabilities (preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (required)
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, nurses, therapists, and families
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality
• High School/Trade School degree (preferred)
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Position Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides both classroom support and nursing care services for students with special needs. The CNA plays a vital role in supporting students’ health, safety, and classroom participation while fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Personal Care and Nursing Support

• Assist students with personal care needs, including toileting, feeding, hygiene, mobility, and positioning.
• Monitor students’ health status and promptly report concerns to the school nurse or supervising teacher.
• Support individualized health care plans as directed by the school nurse.
• Administer basic first aid and assist with emergency medical protocols when necessary.

Classroom Support

• Assist teachers with instructional activities, classroom management, and student engagement.
• Help implement strategies to support student learning and IEP goals.
• Provide supervision during classroom activities, meals, recess, transitions, and transportation as assigned.
• Use positive behavioral supports to encourage independence and appropriate social interaction.

Collaboration and Professionalism

• Work effectively with teachers, nurses, therapists, and administrators to support students’ educational and health needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation of health services and student support as required.
• Demonstrate flexibility, compassion, and professionalism when supporting students with complex needs.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information at all times.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, position, or transfer students (with assistance/equipment as needed).
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist with mobility throughout the school day.