Special Education Assistant - Moderate Disabilities, Available 2026 - 2027 School Year

Richland School District 2; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland School District 2 in Columbia, SC invites applications for an 185-day position for the 2026-2027 school year. This role follows the district's Grade 105 pay schedule and requires completion of 60 semester hours or an Associate's degree or higher, with ParaPathways scores accepted starting September 1, 2026.

The position is tied to the 2026-2027 academic year and aligns with district staffing needs for the upcoming year.

Qualifications

• 60 semester hours at an accredited institution of higher education required.
• An Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution required.
• ParaPathways exam scores accepted effective September 1, 2026.

Education

60 semester hours

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

This is a 185 day position.

Pay Schedule: Grade 105

This position is for the 2026 - 2027 school year.

This Position Requires One Of The Following

• 60 semester hours at an accredited institution of higher education; or
• an Associate's degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education; or
• a qualifying score on one of the state-approved assessment exams (ParaPathways)

Important Note

• ParaPathways exam scores will be accepted effective September 1, 2026.