Special Education Paraprofessional: Empower Student Success

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

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