K-5 Classroom Paraprofessional: Instruction Support

Rock Hill School District; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock Hill School District in Rock Hill, SC invites applications for a paraprofessional position for the 2025-2026 school year. A high school diploma is required, college background is preferred, and candidates may meet the education requirement by completing 60 semester hours, an associate degree, or by passing the ParaPro assessment with a minimum score of 456.

Ideal candidates demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication, enjoy working with early childhood students, and cooperate

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college background preferred.
• At least two years of study (60 semester hours) at an accredited institution of higher education; or
• An associate's degree (or higher); or
• An 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 ParaPro Assessment(ETS.org). The minimum passing score on this test is 456. One of the three options listed is required within six months of employment.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with early childhood school students preferred
• Cooperative, able to work with supervising teachers and other staff members
• Skill in interpersonal relations with pupils, parents, teachers, staff and the general public
• Ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work, and effectively attend to special needs of exceptional children
• Outstanding references from current and former supervisors
• Satisfactory SLED (SC Law Enforcement Division) report
• Salary Range: Support 4
• Length of Contract: 185 days/7 hours per day
• Starting Date: 2025-2026 School Year
• College transcripts, three references, and a copy of appropriate credentials should also be submitted during the application process.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

60 semester hours / 2 years college study

Associate's degree or higher

ParaPro Assessment pass (456)

Job description

Rock Hill School District in Rock Hill, SC invites applications for a paraprofessional position for the 2025-2026 school year. A high school diploma is required, college background is preferred, and candidates may meet the education requirement by completing 60 semester hours, an associate degree, or by passing the ParaPro assessment with a minimum score of 456.

Ideal candidates demonstrate outstanding verbal and written communication, enjoy working with early childhood students, and cooperate