Elementary Classroom Support Specialist

Patrick Copeland Elementary; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Patrick Copeland Elementary in Hopewell, Virginia seeks a Teacher Assistant to support elementary students under the supervision of a licensed teacher. The role involves instructional support, classroom setup, and facilitating small groups.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree (or 2 years of college) or Paraprofessional Exam, with patience and the ability to work with diverse learners. 190-day contract; salary range provided.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Associate's Degree (or completed 2 years of college coursework) or have passed the Paraprofessional Exam.
• Must have a good knowledge of and understanding of child growth, development and paraprofessional instructional procedures and practices.
• Considerable patience and the ability to work effectively with children with diverse needs, young adults, and faculty members are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assists assigned classroom teacher(s) in conducting instructional programs and activities.
• Distributes and collects materials and sets up classroom and learning centers.
• Works with students requiring individual or small pull-out groups.
• Monitors groups of students engaged in instruction and/or activities.
• Participates in the assessment of individual students’ needs and progress and assists in developing individualized programs.
• Assists in supervising computer-assisted instructional programs and activities; assists in computer maintenance.

Skills

Paraprofessional duties

Instructional support

Education

Associate's Degree or 2 years college

Paraprofessional Exam

Job description

Patrick Copeland Elementary in Hopewell, Virginia seeks a Teacher Assistant to support elementary students under the supervision of a licensed teacher. The role involves instructional support, classroom setup, and facilitating small groups.

Requirements include an Associate's Degree (or 2 years of college) or Paraprofessional Exam, with patience and the ability to work with diverse learners. 190-day contract; salary range provided.