Classroom Assistant/K4

Rock Hill School District • Rock Hill, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Classroom Assistant supports the teacher in creating and maintaining a positive, organized, and engaging learning environment that promotes the academic, social, and emotional development of all students. This position involves assisting with classroom instruction, preparing learning materials, supervising students to ensure safety and appropriate behavior, and providing individualized support as needed. The Classroom Assistant works under the direction of the classroom teacher and school administration to enhance the effectiveness of the educational program and to help students achieve their fullest potential.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic child development and classroom management principles.
• Understanding of instructional support practices and student supervision techniques.
• Skill in communicating effectively with students, teachers, and parents.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively with classroom and school staff.
• Ability to assist in implementing lesson plans and reinforcing learning activities.
• Skill in maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to manage time, organize materials, and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Basic computer and educational technology skills to support classroom activities.
• Ability to respond calmly and appropriately in emergencies or challenging situations.
• Minimum employment requirements; high school diploma; college background preferred
• At least two years of study (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.
• Paraprofessionals may meet the assessment requirement by passing the Paraprofessional Assessment (ETS.org). The minimum passing score on this test is 456.
• Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License or ability to provide own transportation
• Prior to beginning employment, negative tb test results must be provided

Nice To Haves

• college background preferred

Responsibilities

• Administers tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teacher in the instructional process for the assigned students.
• Assists assigned students with lesson assignments and/or activities for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Guides students in independent study (e.g. enrichment work, remedial work, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring students’ success.
• Implements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving the assigned students' academic success through a defined course of study.
• Instruct students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
• Meets expectations set for all personnel (e.g. school schedule, dress code, performance) for the purpose of maintaining safe and efficient school operations within District guidelines and policies.
• Monitors assigned students according to predefined schedule in classroom, field trips, and related arts for the purpose of ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
• Performs record keeping and clerical functions relating to the assigned student (e.g. scheduling, copying, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the assigned classroom teacher.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED