Special Education Paraprofessional

Dorchester School District 2; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Dorchester School District 2 Ashley Ridge High School in Summerville, South Carolina is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional to support individual students and maintain a well-organized classroom environment that enhances access to instruction. The role involves working with teachers to support instructional activities, monitoring student behavior, and performing routine tasks under supervision.

Confidentiality and FERPA compliance are essential, with opportunities to participate in IEP

Qualifications

• High School diploma required
• Minimum 60 college credit hours, OR pass Paraprofessional Exam
• Current Active Dorchester District Two Substitute

Responsibilities

• Assist the student to whom assigned with tasks such as toileting, transitioning, and getting on/off the bus.
• Work with teachers to help with instruction and keep students on task.
• Conduct small group instructional activities under teacher supervision.
• Monitor and record behaviors for students with behavior goals or plans.
• Attend training on Early Release Days and other sessions.
• Perform simple tasks for students under teacher direction (sharpen pencils, carry lunch trays, help with clothing).
• Maintain confidentiality and FERPA guidelines in all interactions.
• Accompany students to offices, nurse’s office, or special areas as needed.
• Refer questions from parents to the teacher and participate in appropriate IEP discussions if needed.

Education

High School diploma required

Minimum 60 college credit hours OR Paraprofessional Exam

Current Active Dorchester District Two Substitute

Job description

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Special Education Paraprofessional

Dorchester School District 2 Ashley Ridge High School - Summerville, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in CERRA-SC

Job Details

Job ID: 5589316

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 16, 2026 7:06 PM (UTC)

Job Description

TITLE: Special Education Paraprofessional

SALARY: (Flat Rate) $125 Per Day

DEPARTMENT: Special Services

LENGTH OF CONTRACT: 180 days

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Complete Classified Application

• High School diploma required
• Must provide proof of the completion of a minimum of 60 college credit hours, OR in lieu of this, must pass the Paraprofessional Exam.

OR

• Current Active Dorchester District Two Substitute.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Teacher/Administrator

JOB SUMMARY: To assist individual students’ needs and to assist in providing a well-organized and smoothly functioning classroom environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resource materials.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the student(s) to whom assigned in such physical tasks as toileting, transitioning from classroom to classroom, getting on and off the bus.
• Work with the teachers to help with the instruction of students. (example: help students stay on task by redirecting or praising while teacher teaches).
• Complete small group instructional activities with student(s) which are planned by the teacher and under the direct supervision of the teacher.
• Monitor and record behaviors for students with behavior goals or Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Attend assigned training on Early Release Days, etc.
• Perform simple tasks for students when necessary (under direction of the teacher) such as sharpening pencils, carrying lunch trays, assisting with putting on or taking off of outerwear (coats for going to recess, clothing necessary to be moved or removed for toileting, etc.)
• Conducts self in appropriate manner when speaking to students, parents, teachers, fellow support personnel, etc.
• Accompanied student(s) to the office, nurse’s office, special areas, etc. as necessary.
• Has an understanding of and follows professional guidelines and expectations to maintain confidentiality and refrain from discussion which would violate FERPA.
• Will treat all students and staff in an appropriate professional manner.
• Establishes a supportive and empathetic relationship with the student(s) without fostering or encouraging intense emotional involvement.
• Refers questions from parents and others in the school setting regarding student(s) to the teacher.
• May be asked to attend an IEP meeting on student(s) in the assigned classroom if appropriate.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned by the supervising teacher.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
• Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Contact Information

• Scott Matthews
• 815 S. Main Street
• Summerville , South Carolina 29483
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]