AUTISM TEACHER ASSISTANT

Prince William County Public Schools; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince William County Public Schools in Woodbridge, VA is seeking an Autism Teacher Assistant for an 188-day calendar. The role supports classroom instruction, handles health-related plans under supervision, and participates in emergency planning alongside the classroom teacher and building staff.

The position requires on-site work and strong paraprofessional skills. Hiring range and duties indicate a fulltime 188-day commitment with 7.0 hours per day within the Springwoods ES school environment.

Qualifications

• Requires paraprofessional work after training.
• Works under supervision of teacher and administrators.
• On-site presence required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in performing a variety of tasks after training.
• Carry out instructional procedures as directed by the teacher.
• Assist with emergency plans and health-related plans/services.

Skills

Paraprofessional support

Classroom assistance

Emergency plans

Job description

JOB TITLE

AUTISM TEACHER ASSISTANT - 188 DAY

JOB STATUS: OPEN

EFFECTIVE: 2026-27

POSTING DATE: 10/14/2026

CLOSING DATE: 10/21/2026 04:30 PM

POSTING NUMBER: 00060466

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Springwoods ES

LOCATION: Woodbridge,VA

7.0 hours/day

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is paraprofessional work that requires the teacher assistant to assist the classroom teacher in performing a variety of tasks after training, i.e., emergency plans, health-related plans/services, and carrying out instructional procedures. This position performs work under the direct supervision of the teacher, building administrator, and appropriate Special Education Department administrator.

INFORMATION/REQUIREMENTS:

An essential function of this position is the ability to work in person and physically report for work on site.

SALARY:

Hiring Range: $21.12 - $33.82/hour ($27,793 - $44,503/year)