Elementary Special Instructional Paraprofessional

Redbud Run Elementary School; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Frederick County Public Schools for Redbud Run Elementary School in Winchester, VA seeks an Instructional Assistant. Starting immediately for the 2026-2027 school year, the role supports students under Title I requirements and collaborates with teachers to reinforce reading, writing and math skills.

Eligibility includes a high school diploma or equivalent, plus one of: 48 college credits, an associate's degree, or passing the ETS Parapro Assessment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an instructional assistant in a public school system or experience working with groups of children preferred.
• Basic reading, writing, and computation skills; good written and oral communication skills; basic computer skills preferred.
• Must meet Title I paraprofessional requirements, including: high school diploma or its recognized equivalent and one of the following options: two years of study (48 credit hours); associate's degree; passed Parapro Assessment through ETS.

Skills

Experience with groups of children

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Public school experience

Reading, writing and computation

Education

High school diploma

48 credit hours (2 years of college)

Associate's degree

Parapro Assessment (ETS)

Tools

Parapro Assessment (ETS)

Job description

Frederick County Public Schools for Redbud Run Elementary School in Winchester, VA seeks an Instructional Assistant. Starting immediately for the 2026-2027 school year, the role supports students under Title I requirements and collaborates with teachers to reinforce reading, writing and math skills.

Eligibility includes a high school diploma or equivalent, plus one of: 48 college credits, an associate's degree, or passing the ETS Parapro Assessment.