Adaptive Special Education Assistant

LINKHORNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lynchburg City Schools at Linkhorn Elementary School in Lynchburg, VA is seeking an Instructional Assistant - Special Education Adaptive to support students with IEP goals. The role collaborates with teachers to reinforce learning, assist in small groups and provide online support.

The position emphasizes supervision, confidentiality, and flexibility to perform a variety of duties as needed, including substitute tasks when required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or career technical facility; or an Associate's Degree; or ParaPro completed.
• Some experience in working with children.

Responsibilities

• Works with individual or small groups of students to reinforce learning objectives and standards.
• Assists with small group learning activities.
• Provides instructional support during online learning.
• Supports students in developing social/emotional skills.
• Maintains a safe, structured environment during school activities.

Skills

IEP goals understanding

Small group instruction

Classroom support

Student social-emotional support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

60 college credits / Associate degree / ParaPro

Some experience with children

Job description

Lynchburg City Schools at Linkhorn Elementary School in Lynchburg, VA is seeking an Instructional Assistant - Special Education Adaptive to support students with IEP goals. The role collaborates with teachers to reinforce learning, assist in small groups and provide online support.

The position emphasizes supervision, confidentiality, and flexibility to perform a variety of duties as needed, including substitute tasks when required.