Pattison's Academy
Location
Charleston, South Carolina
Salary
$32,500 - $50,000 / YEAR
Collaborate with special education teachers to implement IEPs and behavior intervention plans for students with multiple disabilities. Provide direct instructional support, personal care assistance, and maintain a safe, clean classroom environment.
A minimum of a high school diploma is required, with a strong preference for candidates holding an RBT certification. Experience working with children with disabilities and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds are desired.
Status: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with experience and current state salary schedules
Pattison’s Academy is a nonprofit organization with a mission to unlock the potential of individuals with disabilities and empower their families. Located in Charleston, South Carolina, we provide individualized, comprehensive, year-round programming for children with disabilities through our charter school, summer camp, therapy services, and early intervention services. Our collaborative model places the child at the center of care and surrounds them with a multidisciplinary team of specialized providers, ensuring that all children’s needs are addressed with compassion and expertise. By consolidating their care network, we provide a one-stop destination with the tools necessary for children with disabilities and their families to thrive.
Pattison’s Academy Charter School currently has openings for a behavior support teacher assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The teacher assistant is pivotal to supporting the mission of Pattison’s Academy. Reporting to the Principal, this position works closely with the special education teacher to support the learning environment for children with multiple disabilities and high-support behavior needs in grades K–12+. Our interdisciplinary model provides seamless education, medical, and therapy services in the classroom environment, so our children have every opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.
Market context
South Carolina schools continue to seek classroom teachers in special education, especially candidates who can support compliance, individualized instruction, and student services. This role is competitive because districts often look for both a valid South Carolina Special Education certification and practical strengths in technology and IDEA policy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your certification status and tailor your application to special education experience.
Salary benchmark
$38,896 avg / yr
Typical range: $31,200–$41,600 based on 169 active listings in South Carolina