Teacher Assistant (5K) / Lamar-Spaulding Elementary School

Darlington County School District; Lamar (SC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Darlington County School District in Lamar, South Carolina seeks a Teacher Assistant (5K) for Lamar-Spaulding Elementary School. This 190-day position offers a base salary of $21,874 and requires readiness to support classroom activities.

Under supervision of the Principal, the TA will assist instruction, supervise students, and maintain a safe, respectful environment. Must meet education requirements and be able to lift up to 50 pounds; WIN Silver Level 4+ and ParaPro passing score; see

Qualifications

• Minimum 60 academic credit hours or an associate degree, or high school diploma with Ready to Work.
• WIN Assessment Silver Level 4+ minimum.
• ParaPro passing score (minimum 456) required.
• Alternatives may be accepted as the Board deems appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom teaching assistance.
• Supervise students at all times.
• Maintain a positive classroom environment.
• Provide daily care (toileting, diapering, feeding) as needed.
• Adhere to district dress code policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and school records.
• Support all facets of student growth and development.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of fifty pounds.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Classroom assistance

Student supervision

Confidentiality

Mobility / physical ability

Education

60 academic credit hours

Associate degree

High School Diploma + Ready to Work

Tools

ParaPro

WIN Assessment Silver Level 4+

Job description

Teacher Assistant (5K) / Lamar-Spaulding Elementary School

Darlington County School District Lamar-Spaulding Elementary School - Lamar, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5894407
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Oct 13, 2026 3:24 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Description: Teacher Assistant (5K)
190-day position
Salary: $21,874 base salary (based on education and teacherassistant experience)
Location: Lamar-Spaulding Elementary School
Available: 2026-2027 School Year

*A negative TB test result must be on file prior to starting work*

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Qualifications:
Minimum of sixty (60) academic credit hours from an accredited
institution of higher education
or
An associate degree (or higher)
OR
Item (1) High School Diploma or the equivalent
AND
Item (2) Ready to Work Credentials

* WIN - Copy of WIN Assessment minimum of Silver: Level 4 or higher

* ParaPro - Copy of passing score (minimum 456) on ParaPro, the state approved academic assessment

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Responsible To: Principal

• Provide classroom teaching assistance
• Provide supervision of students at all times
• Maintain a positive classroom environment
• Provide students with daily care (e.g. toileting, diapering, feeding, etc.) as needed or required
• Adhere to district dress code policies
• Maintain required confidentiality in regard to students and school records
• Positively supports all facets of student growth and development
• Must be able to lift a minimum of fifty pounds
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Kimberly Mason
• 120 E. Smith Avenue
• Darlington , South Carolina 29532
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]