AUTISM - TEACHING ASSISTANT OF STUDENTS W/AUTISM - TEMP

Prince William County Public Schools; Gainesville (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Prince William County Public Schools in Gainesville, VA, seeks an Autism Teaching Assistant to support students with autism in a temporary capacity. The role involves assisting the classroom teacher with instructional procedures, implementing behavioral and health plans, and providing in-person support throughout the school day.

The position requires positive interaction with students, parents, and staff, under the supervision of the teacher or school administrator.

Qualifications

• In-person work is required at the school.
• Strong communication with students, families and staff is essential.
• Ability to implement instructional and behavioral plans under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with instructional procedures and activities.
• Implement health-related plans and emergency procedures as directed.
• Provide paraprofessional support to students with autism throughout the day.
• Monitor student progress and communicate with supervising staff.

Job description

JOB STATUS: OPEN

EFFECTIVE: 2026-27

POSTING DATE: 09/11/2026

CLOSING DATE:

POSTING NUMBER: 00060284

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Buckland Mills ES

LOCATION: Gainesville,VA

POSITION TITLE: AUTISM - TEACHING ASSISTANT OF STUDENTS W/AUTISM - TEMP

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/REQUIREMENTS

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

JOB SUMMARY

This temporary position involves paraprofessional work that requires the teacher assistant to assist the classroom teacher in performing a variety of tasks, i.e., emergency plans, health-related plans/services, behavioral plans and carrying out instructional procedures. This work is performed under the direct supervision of the teacher and/or building administrator, and/or appropriate Special Education Department administrator. The employee must interact with students, parents, and staff in a positive manner. Duration of the assignment is dependent on program needs and availability of funding.