Special Education Teacher Assistant - Rainbow Lake Middle School

Rainbow Lake Middle School; Chesnee (SC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Rewarding Work

Supportive Environment

Steady Schedule – 180-day contract

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Rainbow Lake Middle School in Chesnee, South Carolina, seeks a Special Education Teacher Assistant to support students with special needs under the supervision of the classroom teacher. The role emphasizes reinforcing skills, implementing learning strategies, and assisting with daily activities to foster inclusion.

The position is part-time under a 190-day contract, with responsibilities including classroom support, progress monitoring, and collaboration with staff and families to ensure student

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma.
• Associates degree or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Patience, compassion, and teamwork mindset essential.

Responsibilities

• Provides support to students with special needs in a classroom setting.
• Assists the teacher in implementing lesson plans and individualized learning strategies.
• Helps students with daily activities, including academic work, social skills, and self-care tasks.
• Fosters a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supports students with mobility, communication, and behavioral needs as required.
• Monitors student progress as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Communicates effectively with teachers, staff, and parents as directed by the classroom teacher.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associates or Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Rainbow Lake Middle School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5896666

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Spartanburg School District Two

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Special Education Teacher Assistant

FLSA: Non-Exempt

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Special Education Classroom Teacher, the Special Needs Assistant provides general teaching assistance; provides classroom teaching assistance such as reinforcing skills and behaviors, academic instructions, and classroom activities.

Reports to:

Building level Administrator

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides support to students with special needs in a classroom setting.
• Assists the teacher in implementing lesson plans and individualized learning strategies.
• Helps students with daily activities, including academic work, social skills, and self-care tasks.
• Fosters a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supports students with mobility, communication, and behavioral needs as required.
• Monitors student progress as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Communicates effectively with teachers, staff, and parents as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Ensures the safety and well-being of students at all times.
• Displays the ability to take directions and implement tasks effectively.
• Performs other related duties as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma (required).
• Associates Degree (60 College Credits) or Bachelor’s Degree

Skills/Effort:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, compassion, and a team-oriented mindset.

Working Conditions:

• Office environment with limited exposure to environmental conditions. Physical demands are restricted to general office activities requiring movement/lifting items weighing up to twenty-five pounds. Routine local or regional travel required; occasional overnight travel required. Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require considerable attention and meeting deadlines. Duties of the job require frequent use of a computer monitor and related equipment.

SALARY:

• District’s Teacher Assistant Salary Schedule (190-day contract)
• Part-time

District Two Perks:

• Rewarding Work – Make a meaningful impact in students' lives every day.
• Supportive Environment – Join a team that values collaboration and professional growth.
• Steady Schedule – 180-day contract following the school calendar.
• Growth Opportunities – Gain valuable experience in education and student support.

FILING DEADLINE:

Open Until Filled

LETTER OF INTEREST AND RESUME:

This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.

Spartanburg School District Two believes it has the obligation to provide the best administrative and supervisory personnel available for the district regardless of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), color, disability, age (40 or older), genetic information, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Corey Willimon , Assistant Superintendent
• Spartanburg District Two Administrative Offices
• Chesnee, South Carolina 29323
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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