<p>WELCOME TO CLEMSON!</p> <p>Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?</p> <p>One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.</p> <p>Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.</p> <p>So,... are you ready?</p> <p>JOB SUMMARY:</p> <p>Special Education Assistant will help implement special education or related services for a class and/or provide direct assistance to specific students. Other duties as assigned by school principal.</p> <p>JOB DUTIES:</p> <p>40% - Essential - Teaching and Learning:</p> <p>Under the direction/guidance of lead teacher, will assist in the educational and social development of students, adapt classroom activities/assignments/materials, and assist in the implementation of students Individual Education Plans and monitor their progress. Implements instructional programs and lesson plans to present and/or reinforcing learning concepts under teacher direction/guidance.</p> <p>30% - Essential - Support:</p> <p>Provide support for individual students, enabling them to fully participate in activities. Promote good study habits and student independence to improve student outcomes. Support students with emotional or behavioral concerns, assist them in developing appropriate social skills. Demonstrate appropriate social behavior in a culturally sensitive manner by modeling conversation, manners, clean up, listening and everyday interactions.</p> <p>15% - Essential - Administrative Duties:</p> <p>Assists in the preparation of student work. Assists teachers with preparing items to support teaching. Documents student's daily activities (e.g. behavior, completed assignments, on/off tasks times, etc.) for the purpose of completing daily logs and student's hourly activities. Documents students' daily activities.</p> <p>15% - Essential - Collaboration:</p> <p>Works with other professionals, such as speech therapists, occupational therapists and physical therapists. Administers tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the classroom.</p> <p>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</p> <p>Education - High School or Equivalent</p> <p>PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:</p> <p>Education - Bachelor's degree</p> <p>RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>JOB KNOWLEDGE</p> <p>Fundamental Job Knowledge - Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations</p> <p>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.</p> <p>BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.</p> <p>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:</p> <p>Stand for prolonged period</p> <p>Walk or move about</p> <p>Move, transport, raise or lower</p> <p>Extends hands or arms in any direction</p> <p>Perceive, observe, clarity of vision</p> <p>WORKING CONDITIONS:</p> <p>Noise</p> <p>WORK SCHEDULE:</p> <p>Standard Hrs: 37.5</p> <p>COMPENSATION INFORMATION</p> <p>Expected Salary ($ 33,800.00)</p> <p>Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL</p> <p>Normal Operations</p> <p>Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.</p> <p>JOB LOCATION:</p> <p>Aiken, SC</p> <p>APPLICATION DEADLINE:</p> <p>April 15, 2026</p> <p>MILITARY AND VETERAN:</p> <p>MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:</p> <p>Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.</p> <p>VETERAN PREFERENCE:</p> <p>South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.</p> <p>State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.</p> <p>To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.</p> <p>CLOSING STATEMENT:</p> <p>Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. 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