Elementary Instructional Assistant - Special Ed Support

J.L. Francis Elementary School; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

J.L. Francis Elementary School in Richmond, Virginia, part of Richmond City Public Schools, seeks an Instructional Assistant to support teachers in an exceptional education setting or one-to-one assignments.

The role involves reinforcing instruction, assisting with self-care, maintaining files and reports, and helping supervise students during the day. Required qualifications include ParaPro score or an Associate’s degree or 60 college credits, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Passing score on the ParaPro Assessment or Associate’s degree or completion of 60 hours of college credits from an accredited college or university recognized by the Virginia Department of Education.
• A minimum of one year working experience as an instructional assistant preferred.
• Experience working with children with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists student(s) in reinforcing material already presented through special efforts and repetitions.
• Assists student(s) with self-care areas to build independence.
• Prepares and maintains files and reports.
• Assists teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks.
• Assists the teacher in providing individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday.

Skills

ParaPro requirements

Disability experience

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree

60 hours college credits

ParaPro assessment score

Job description

J.L. Francis Elementary School in Richmond, Virginia, part of Richmond City Public Schools, seeks an Instructional Assistant to support teachers in an exceptional education setting or one-to-one assignments.

The role involves reinforcing instruction, assisting with self-care, maintaining files and reports, and helping supervise students during the day. Required qualifications include ParaPro score or an Associate’s degree or 60 college credits, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.