Education and Experience
Prior to employment, paraprofessional requirements must be met with the requirements listed below. (Paraprofessional documents must be submitted with the application)
Minimum employment requirements: at least 60 semester hours earned 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 Paraprofessional Assessment (5758 Reading and Writing) and (5759 Mathematics) (ETS.org). The minimum passing score for (5758 Reading and Writing) is 332 and (5759 Mathematics) is 334.
Special Requirements
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
Physical Requirements/Work Conditions
Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear.
Frequently required to reach with hands and arms and occasionally required to sit.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, filing, and operating office equipment.
Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
Visual acuity to read data, reports, and computer screens for prolonged periods.
Hearing and speaking ability sufficient to communicate clearly in person, by phone, and during meetings.
Mobility to move between workstations, offices, and athletic or school facilities as needed.
Ability to bend, reach, and stoop in the performance of routine office tasks.
Stamina to maintain focus and attention to detail while managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
Tolerance for occasional exposure to varying temperatures or outdoor environments when assisting with athletic events or district activities.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Frequent interruptions and immediate attention to unexpected situations are expected.
May work near moving mechanical equipment and occasionally work near or with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers, and sprays.
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit official transcripts, three professional references with at least one supervisory references, and a copy of the appropriate credentials as part of the application process.
Pre-Onboarding Requirements
As a condition of employment and prior to onboarding, the district will conduct a criminal history background check. The recommended candidate will be required to provide personal information necessary to complete the background check such as date of birth, gender, and race to remain in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. Job description is sourced from employee interviews, internal documents, representative job descriptions in similar districts, and other state/federal agencies.
Rock Hill Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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