Classroom Assistant​/Instructional

Classroom Assistant/Instructional

Rock Hill School District Old Pointe Elementary - Rock Hill, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job : 5934201
Final date to receive applications: Oct 05, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Reports To: Principal

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Prior to employment, paraprofessional requirements must be met. See requirement options under Education and Experience section of this posting.

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.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Support 4, 185 days/7 hours per day

Determined by Human Resources

School Principal

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Rock Hill Schools. Rock Hill Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

• 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.

• 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.

Prior to employment, paraprofessionals requirements must be met with the requirements listed below. (Paraprofessional documents must besubmittedwiththe application)

• Minimum employment requirements; at least 60 earned semester hours at an accredited institution of higher education; or an associate's degree (or higher); or a South Carolina 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…