2027-2028 Kindergarten Instructional Assistant (Elementary)

Portsmouth Public Schools; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal program support

Job summary

Portsmouth Public Schools in Portsmouth, Virginia seeks a Kindergarten Instructional Assistant to support classroom teachers and assist with individual and small-group instruction, including students with special needs. The position starts immediately and is full-time.

The role requires assisting with routines, preparing materials, and using technology to enhance learning. Minimum credentials include an associate degree or 48 college hours or passing the ParaPro exam, with No Child Left Behind

Qualifications

• General knowledge of teaching special education practices.
• Ability to maintain confidential files and compile reports.
• Ability to work with teachers, parents, students and the public.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher to achieve instructional objectives.
• Reinforce material with individuals or small groups.
• Prepare and maintain files and records.
• Assist with meals, hygiene and routines.
• Provide programmed practice activities and progress monitoring.

Skills

Student support

Small-group instruction

Confidentiality

Communication with staff

Education

Associate degree

ParaPro examination (455+)

Tools

Audio/Visual equipment

Technology in classroom

Job description

2027-2028 Kindergarten Instructional Assistant (Elementary)

Starting Date: Immediately

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Job Description

Additional Information
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POSITION TITLE: KINDERGARTENINSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT REPORTS TO: BUILDINGPRINCIPAL
OVER-TIME STATUS: NON-EXEMPT PAY GRADE: 105

Performs responsible human support and paraprofessional work assisting classroom teachers by working with individual special needs students or small groups; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of assigned teachers, therapist or pathologist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Assisting teacher or other professionals to achieve instructional objectives; assisting special population students with achieving established goals, with personal care and mobility; preparing and maintaining files and records.

• Assists classroom teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional objectives;
• Maintains various records and files, keeps confidential files, test scores and related records;
• Works with individuals or small groups to reinforce material introduced by teacher;
• Provides programmed practice activities and repetitions;
• Prepares various reports, sets up counseling sessions, conducts orientation sessions;
• Verifies student records and grades for scholarships and awards; prepares honor roll;
• Assists with large group activities;
• Escorts students to special classes and therapy;
• Guides independent study and other work assigned by teacher;
• Advises teacher on student problems;
• Assists students with handicaps, assists with loading and unloading buses;
• Assists with breakfast, lunch, snack, clean‑up, lavatory, clothing, personal hygiene, and wash‑up routines;
• Participates in in‑service training programs as assigned;
• Uses technology to enhance instructional programs
• Performs related tasks as required

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the teaching of special education population; ability to maintain confidential files and information and to compile reports; ability to deal effectively with special students and teachers; skill in the use of classroom and instructional equipment; ability to operate audio visual, standard office, word and data processing equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students and the general public.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects, and some medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Applicants must be highly qualified as mandated by the No Child Left Behind Act. Applicants must possess either of the following: an associates degree or 48 semester credit hours (2 years) at an accredited college or university, or have successfully passed the Para Pro exam (score of at least 455)

PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Details

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $18.93 to $31.23 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements:

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Geraldine Jackson
• 801 Crawford Street
• Portsmouth, Virginia 23704
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]