Special Education Assistant (Shadow)

Richland County School District One; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland County School District One in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking an Additional Education Assistant (Special Education Shadow). Under supervision, you will assist teachers in instructing students and help maintain a well-organized classroom.

Duties include supporting small groups, administering tests, recording grades, and aiding with computer and classroom materials for students across grade levels.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 60 college hours from an accredited college or university or a passing score of 456 or above on the Praxis ParaPro Assessment, supplemented by two years of consistent training and experience working with children in an education-oriented institution.

Responsibilities

• Assists students with exercises and the preparation of materials for class activities; concentrates efforts with small groups of students and individuals as necessary.
• Reinforces all knowledge and skills taught by the classroom teacher.
• Assists teacher by administering and grading tests, recording grades, substituting as needed, escorting children to other areas of the school, and monitoring student behavior.
• At the kindergarten / elementary school level, listens to individuals and small groups in reading exercises; participates in free play time; assists with basic health needs and may accompany individuals to lavatories.
• At the high school level, may instruct students in the use of computer programs related to their respective subjects.
• May operate computers and provide basic computer instructional assistance to students.
• May manage a computer lab, performing without direct supervision various duties including enrolling students, maintaining records, operating and ensuring the proper maintenance of computers, troubleshooting computer problems, supervising students and maintaining a clean and orderly facility.

Job description

Richland County School District One in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking an Additional Education Assistant (Special Education Shadow). Under supervision, you will assist teachers in instructing students and help maintain a well-organized classroom.

Duties include supporting small groups, administering tests, recording grades, and aiding with computer and classroom materials for students across grade levels.