Teacher Assistant - Preschool 3K

The Cleveland Academy of Leadership

Spartanburg (SC)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 35,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local educational institution in Spartanburg is looking for a dedicated Teacher Assistant for Preschool 3K. Responsibilities include assisting teachers in classroom activities, supervising students during various functions, and maintaining a clean classroom environment. Candidates should have an associate degree or equivalent coursework, along with strong communication and organizational skills. This full-time position offers an opportunity to support young learners and contribute to their educational development.

Qualifications

At least 60 semester hours at an accredited institution.
Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Assist students with exercises and class activities.
Maintain a clean and orderly classroom.
Record daily attendance, grades assignments, and monitor behavior.
Supervise students during unload/load buses and on field trips.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Computer

Office equipment

Job description

Teacher Assistant - Preschool 3K

Location: Spartanburg, South Carolina. School: Cleveland Academy of Leadership.

Job Details

Job ID: 5442315

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Dec 04, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 4, 2025

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Description

This position is responsible for specialized work by assisting teachers in instructing and directing the activities of students in assigned classes to provide a well‑organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment. It also involves assisting school administrators and staff with various administrative and clerical functions as requested, under occasional supervision.

Essential Job Functions

Assists students with exercises and class activities; concentrates efforts with small groups of students and individuals as necessary.
Maintains a clean and orderly classroom; assists in cleaning and storing materials after activities and provides classroom coverage as needed.
Reinforces all knowledge and skills taught by the classroom teacher.
Models proper behavior and play.
Records daily attendance, grades assignments, records/analyses test scores, substitutes as needed, sets up special projects, escorts children, monitors behavior, packs/unpacks communication folders, runs errands, etc.
Collects and receives monies for monthly activity fees, school fees, school pictures, field trips, meal fees, etc.
Distributes textbooks, technology devices, and other materials; maintains inventory; assists with troubleshooting computer equipment and software; submits help‑desk tickets; may assist with invoicing for lost or damaged equipment.
Supervises and assists students when unloading/loading buses, in halls, on field trips, during testing, during lunch, and on school grounds.
Prepares daily snacks for students.
Assists individual children with special needs and/or who require special attention.
Coordinates and/or participates in special programs or projects as assigned.
Attends staff meetings, in‑service training programs.
Receives and responds to inquiries and requests for assistance in responsibilities areas.
Operates a variety of equipment (computer, printer, copier, etc.) and uses clerical, arts and crafts, and instructional supplies.
Interacts and communicates with teachers, principals, school staff, district staff, students, parents, volunteers, and the public.
Attends training, seminars and workshops to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills.

Additional Job Functions

Performs routine office tasks such as preparing records and reports, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, sending and receiving faxes, entering and retrieving computer data, ordering office supplies, etc.
Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Training and Experience

At least two years of study or 60 semester hours 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 at the appropriate level. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

Minimum Qualifications or Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Physical Requirements: Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 25 pounds of force on a recurring basis or routine keyboard operations.
Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge functional characteristics of data, people, or things.
Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information; includes receiving instructions from a supervisor and giving information to students.
Language Ability: Requires reading a variety of policy and procedure manuals, literary materials, technical manuals, etc.; preparing reports, notices, etc. with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar; speaking with others with poise, voice control and confidence.
Intelligence: Requires applying principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and dealing with varied variables; interpreting written or oral instructions; learning complex principles and making independent judgments.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures, follow instructions; teach students.
Numeric Aptitude: Requires applying arithmetic and mathematical formulas, determining percentages and decimals, etc.
Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires inspecting items for proper length, width, and shape.
Motor Coordination: Requires hand‑eye coordination in using office equipment.
Manual Dexterity: Requires handling office items and equipment; minimal eye/hand/foot coordination.
Color Discrimination: Requires distinguishing colors and shades.
Interpersonal Temperament: Requires dealing with people beyond instruction; adaptable under stress and tight deadlines.
Physical Communications: Requires the ability to talk and hear.

Performance Indicators

Knowledge of Job: Understands methods, procedures, and policies of the assigned school and district; knows laws, regulations, and can complete duties without direct supervision; plans, organizes, and prioritizes daily assignments.

Quality of Work: Maintains high accuracy, takes remedial action immediately, and communicates effectively with internal and external entities.

Quantity of Work: Performs essential functions efficiently and effectively, consistently meeting established standards.

Dependability: Completes assigned work within deadlines, adheres to policies, and maintains accountability.

Attendance: Maintains regular attendance and follows absenteeism policies.

Initiative and Enthusiasm: Self‑reliant, proactive, anticipatory, and takes proper action with minimal supervision.

Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment, seeks advice when needed, researches alternatives, and implements decisions correctly.

Cooperation: Accepts supervisory instruction, seeks clarification when justified, and offers suggestions for improvement.

Relationships with Others: Shares knowledge, maintains morale, and handles requests or complaints effectively; promotes a positive image.

Coordination of Work: Plans and organizes daily work, establishes priorities, estimates time, and attends meetings punctually.

Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to established safety and housekeeping standards.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

EEO Statement: Spartanburg School District Seven does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, disability, age, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law. The district also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups as required by law.

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