Special Education Teaching Assistant (Self-contained classroom)

McLees Elementary School; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

McLees Elementary School in Anderson, SC seeks a dedicated Special Education Teaching Assistant for a part-time, non-exempt role in a self-contained classroom. You will support students with disabilities, reinforce instruction, and help maintain a safe, positive learning environment.

Qualifications include an Associate’s Degree (preferred), experience with autism and other disabilities, and CPR/First Aid certification. The position reports to the Principal within Anderson School District 5.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• Experience working with students with autism and other disabilities.
• CPR/First Aid certification required (or obtained).

Responsibilities

• Follow a schedule to support the assigned individual student.
• Present instructional materials for students identified with mild to moderate disabilities and/or autism.
• Assist classroom teacher with literacy and reading programs and assessments.
• Supervise and assist students in various school settings (bathroom, hallways, lunchroom, playground).
• Support daily living skills and behavior plans for safe learning.

Skills

Autism experience

Behavior management

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Special Education Teaching Assistant (Self-contained classroom)

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This job is also posted in Anderson County School District 5, and CERRA-SC

Job Details

Job ID: 5920124
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 9, 2026

Job Description

ANDERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT FIVE

Anderson, SC

POSITION OVERVIEW:

TITLE: Special Education Teaching Assistant (Part-Time)

LOCATION(S): McLees Elementary School

STATUS/FLSA: Part-Time/Non-Exempt

PAY SCHEDULE/GROUP: See salary schedule

DIRECT REPORTS: Full-time: (0); Part-time (0 )

SUPERVISOR:Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 180 Days (if employed for full school year)

EVALUATION: Evaluated annually by the Principal.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Special education assistant position that provides quality services for students with various disabilities who require support in a highly specialized setting. Assist individual student with academic, functional, and personal needs. Responsible for helping to maintain positive student behaviors in the classroom.

EDUCATION: Completion of an Associate’s Degree is preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Experience working with students with autism and other disabilities.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

• REQUIRED: Must be Highly Qualified; CPR/First Aid Certification
• PREFERRED: Annual training updates in Crisis Prevention Intervention. Training in applied verbal behavior strategies for children.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Follow a schedule to support assigned individual student
• Present instructional materials to individual who has been identified, assessed and diagnosed as having mild to moderate intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
• Assist the classroom teacher in the administration of special programs, such as literacy and reading programs; assist the classroom teacher with assessments and testing.
• Guide student independent work and enrichment work by supervising individual students.
• Distribute materials to student as needed; assist in material preparation for individual lessons/activities; make copies of instructional materials; file copies for future use.
• Supervise and assist student in the bathroom, classroom, hall, lunchroom, playground; escort student to other classes or areas of the school.
• Monitor Student health, watching for illness or injury; may administer immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a healthcare professional (e.g diapering, tube feeding, medication, etc…) for the purpose of meeting immediate health and basic care needs.
• Supervise student during arrival and dismissal
• Supports the teaching of daily living skills.
• Assist with behavior modification, report student concerns directly to the classroom teacher, and assist with student resolution; participate in the implementation of student behavior plans for the purpose of ensuring an effective and safe learning environment for all students.
• Assist in the development of students’ positive socialization skills and behaviors.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Maintains confidentiality of student records.
• Works cooperatively with faculty members and the district office.
• Fulfills professional responsibilities beyond the classroom.
• Participates in professional development programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

Assistant should be familiar with Evidence Based Practices used with students with Autism (such as utilizing visual supports, AAC strategies, social skills instruction and ABA techniques). Should also be familiar with sensory strategies to support a student with self-regulation and familiar with deescalation techniques to support a student in times of crisis.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Other Professional > Other Certified Professional

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Student Services > Psychologist

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required