2026-2027 Vacancy: Special Education (Resource) Instructional Aide - Multiple Schools

Division Wide; Verona (VA); On-site; USD 22,039 - 23,194; Full time

Job summary

Augusta County Public Schools Division Wide is seeking a 2026-2027 Full-Time Special Education Instructional Aide for Resource Classroom across Riverheads Middle School, Stewart Middle School, Stuarts Draft High School, and Wilson Memorial High School. Light to moderate physical activity and adherence to IEPs are part of the role.

Apply indicating preferred schools. Salary range on the Support Scale N1 covers 22,039 to 23,194 with full benefits including retirement and health insurance; FLSA

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited high school or GED.
• Candidate must possess good moral character.

Responsibilities

• Reliable attendance and prompt arrival time.
• Assists in delivering instructions to students and supports classroom teachers.
• Assists students individually and in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
• Maintains an orderly classroom and supports safety for students and staff.
• Assists in preparing teaching aids and instructional materials.
• Assists in maintaining student records under supervision.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

2026-2027 Vacancy: Special Education (Resource) Instructional Aide - Multiple Schools

Augusta County Public Schools Division Wide - 18 Government Center Lane Verona, VA 24482 - Verona, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Augusta County Public Schools Division Wide - 18 Government Center Lane Verona, VA 24482 - Verona, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5846203
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

2026-2027: Full-Time Special Education Instructional Aide - Resource Classroom

Vacancies: Riverheads Middle School, Stewart Middle School, Stuarts Draft High School, Wilson Memorial High School

*Please indicate schools of preference in the application.

Reports To: Classroom Teacher, Principal

Salary Scale:Support Scale N1 - 7.5 hours/183 days

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

2026-2027 Salary Scales:

Salary Range: $22,039-$23,194; Full-Benefits (including retirement and health insurance)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

The minimum performance expectations include, but not limited to, the following functions/tasks:

• Reliable attendance and prompt arrival time.
• Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information;
• Discusses assigned teaching area with classroom teacher(s) to coordinate instructional efforts;
• Assists in delivering instructions to students;
• Carries out instructional plans as designated by the classroom teacher(s) and if appropriate, students’ Individual Educational Plans (IEPs);
• Assists classroom teacher(s) in preparing and developing various teaching aids, such as bibliographies, charts, centers, and graphs;
• Assists students, individually and in groups, with lesson assignments to reinforce learning concepts;
• Maintains pleasant and orderly classroom environment (e.g., maintains instructional materials, designs bulletin boards, assists teacher and/or students in clean-up activities, etc.);
• Assists teacher(s) in maintaining a classroom management policy that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff;
• Assists in ensuring the adequate safe supervision of all students;
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
• Assists the teacher(s) in related instructional activities (e.g., field trips, library, assembly, etc.) as directed;
• Assists in ensuring the safe and proper physical movement of students from one learning environment to another;
• Assists in the proper maintenance of students' records, under supervision and/or direction of classroom teacher and/or building administrator(s);
• Attends required meetings and inservices;
• Assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date;
• Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies;
• Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities;
• Performs other duties as assigned by classroom teacher(s) or building administrator(s) in accordance with school/division policies and practices.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to work cooperatively with others in a positive manner; ability to learn and use specialized instructional/management techniques as needed; ability to communicate and develop effective working relationships with students, parents, administrators, and staff.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education equivalent to graduation from an accredited high school or General Education Development Certificate (GED).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidate must possess good moral character.

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS

Duties performed typically in school settings to include: classrooms, gymnasium, cafeteria, auditorium, and recreational areas. Frequent walking, standing, sitting, stooping, lifting up to 30 pounds and occasional lifting of equipment, materials, and/or students up to 60 pounds may be required. Occasional lifting, movement, and transferring of students may be required. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required. Other limited physical activities may be required. Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary. Occasional attendance to parent conferences, building-level meetings, and division wide meetings and training activities beyond normal assigned hours may be necessary. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, and hazards. Daily personal close contact with students to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required. Regular contact with staff members and administrators is required. Contact with parents and medical professional may be required.

EVALUATION

The building administrator(s), with collaboration from the classroom teacher(s), will evaluate performance on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities.

Position Type: Full-Time

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