Special Education Assistant - Multi-Categorical, Full-Time

Richland County School District 2; Columbia (SC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in South Carolina is seeking a Full-time Special Education Assistant for the 2026 - 2027 school year. This role includes supporting students with special needs and assisting teachers in daily tasks. Candidates must have 60 semester hours or an Associate's degree from an accredited institution or pass a state-approved assessment exam. Experience in special education is preferred, and the position offers opportunities for professional growth within the school district.

Qualifications

• Must have 60 semester hours or an Associate's degree from an accredited institution.
• Qualifying score on ParaPro or ParaPathways exam needed.
• Required scores accepted through specified deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support students with special needs.
• Assist teachers in daily educational tasks.
• Implement educational activities.

Skills

60 semester hours at an accredited institution

Associate's degree or higher

Qualifying score on state-approved assessment exams

Job description

Richland County School District 2 Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary - Columbia, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

Special Education Assistant - Multi-categorical, Available 2026 - 2027 School Year

Richland County School District 2 Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary - Columbia, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in CERRA-SC

Job Details

Job ID: 5602000
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Mar 24, 2026 2:07 AM (UTC)
This job posting is closed

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 (ParaPro or ParaPathways)

Please contact W.R. Rogers Adult Education Center at 803-736-8787 to schedule a date to complete an assessment.

Important Note:

• ParaPro exam scores will be accepted through August 31, 2026.
• ParaPathways exam scores will be accepted effective September 1, 2026.

For more information please visit the official ParaPro test prep website: Official ParaPro Test Prep .

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

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