Special Education CNA: Classroom & Health Support

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

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.