Teacher Assistant (ID-Mod) / 190 Days

Lexington School District Two; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington School District Two Congaree Elementary School in West Columbia, SC is seeking a Teacher Assistant (ID-Mod) for a 190-day calendar to support classroom instruction and student supervision.

The role requires completing one of the credential options (WorkKeys/ParaPathways or a Bachelor's degree) and demonstrates strong instructional and clerical abilities; reports to the Principal.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; passing WorkKeys.
• Two years of college study or an associate's degree or approved assessment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assists the teacher in small group instruction and tutoring.
• Maintains classroom discipline and prepares instructional materials.
• Sets up classroom and prepares supplies for units.

Skills

Teamwork

Student Support

Attention to detail

Classroom assistance

Education

WorkKeys Level 2 + Para Pathways

WorkKeys Level 2 + 60 credit hours

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Lexington School District Two Congaree Elementary School - West Columbia, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

Teacher Assistant (ID-Mod) / 190 Days

Lexington School District Two Congaree Elementary School - West Columbia, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in CERRA-SC

Job Details

Job ID: 5899165

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 24, 2026 1:07 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Congaree Elementary School Profile

Position Title: Teacher Assistant 190 Days
Reports To: Principal
Prepared By: Stephanie Hucks, Interim CHRO Date: August 24, 2026
Approved By: Stephanie Hucks, Interim CHRO Date: August 24, 2026

All Teacher Assistants, Computer Lab Managers, and Additional Educational Assistants require one of the three options:

• Workkeys with a passing score of Level 2 & passing Para Pathways assessment
• Workkeys with a passing score of Level 2 & 60 credit hours (official transcripts required)
• Bachelor's Degree (official transcripts required)

Please call 803-739-4048 to schedule an appointment to complete the assessment.

Scores must be uploaded under "Additional Materials" in the application packet .

SUMMARY: Assists the teacher in general daily classroom activities.

• Assists in small group pupil instruction; tutors pupils at teacher's request.
• Assists teacher in maintaining discipline and other functions.
• Assists with set up of classroom and prepares materials for specialized instructional units.
• Handles attendance reports and related clerical functions with the teacher.
• Assists in assembling/hanging materials on bulletin boards and keeping displays current.
• Operates standard school equipment such as laminator, copier, audiovisual, etc.
• Assists in after school and academic assistance lab.
• Encourages proper student behavior in accordance to school collective commitments

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises students.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), a passing score on the WorkKeys Assessment Test and complete at least one of the following three requirements:

• At least two years of study at an accredited institution of higher education; or
• An associate's degree (or higher); or
  • An approved State or local academic assessment that measures the paraprofessional's knowledge of and ability to assist in instruction of the following subjects at the appropriate level, i.e. ParaPro .

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Previous work in child care. Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must be able to push items of 50 pounds such as pushing children on a bike or moving/rearranging furniture. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud at a standard acceptable level for this environment. The employee is continuously responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Stephanie Hucks
• 3205 Platt Springs Road
• West Columbia, South Carolina 29170
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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