High School Special Education (Collaborative Classrooms) Paraeducator - 26/27 SY

MASSAPONAX HIGH SCHOOL; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO accrual

Healthcare plans

VRS enrollment

Life Insurance

Job summary

MASSAPONAX HIGH SCHOOL in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a High School Special Education Paraeducator for collaborative classrooms. The role supports teachers and students with special needs, helping with daily tasks, behavior management, and material organization.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, with a preferred associate degree and at least two years of relevant experience. The position offers a 10-Month contract, 7.5 hours per day, and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Two years of experience with children in instructional/educational settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with organizing and completing daily work.
• Help maintain a safe, nurturing, and healthy classroom environment.
• Monitor and redirect student behavior in small groups.
• Maintain and organize instructional materials and files.
• Assist with preparing for assessments as needed.
• Utilize skills such as sign language or transliteration to aid communication.
• Perform non-instructional duties (cafeteria, bus, hall, office).

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree (preferred)

Job description

High School Special Education (Collaborative Classrooms) Paraeducator - 26/27 SY

Spotsylvania County School District MASSAPONAX HIGH SCHOOL - FREDERICKSBURG, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5950777
Application Deadline: Oct 19, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Special Education Paraeducator will assist teachers and other professional practitioners by providing instructional support in collaborative classrooms with students who have special needs (Learning Disabilities, Speech, Vision, Hearing and other Health Impairments) to further enhance the efficiency and productivity of educational environments.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist students with the organization and completion of daily work assignments
• Assist in maintaining a safe, nurturing, and healthy atmosphere, which may include assisting students with social skill development, personal hygiene, toiletry needs/toilet training
• Follows established procedures for monitoring and redirecting student behavior when supervising small groups
• Maintains and organizes students instructional materials and/or cumulative files
• Administer and/or assist with preparing for various assessments for students as necessary
• Uses special skills (i.e. sign language, transliterating, advanced computer training) to assist in two-way communication between the teacher and the student as necessary
• Performs additional non-instructional duties including, but not limited to, cafeteria duty, bus duty, hall duty, and office duty

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred:

• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• A minimum of two (2) years working with children within an instructional, educational or related setting

Special Requirements:

• Special educationstaff assigned to work with students with emotional disabilities should have been trained in MANDT methodology and should receive additional training, as appropriate, annually.

About Spotsylvania County Public Schools:

Comprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24,000, Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

The financial benefits of working for Spotsylvania County Public Schools include:

• a competitive salary
• monthly PTO accrual
• robust healthcare benefit plans
• enrollment or transition into the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with defined contributions and potential employer match
• FMLA and Short-Term Disability leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
• employer paid Life Insurance

To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools, please visit our website at https://www.spotsylvania.k12.va.us/ .

Employment Terms:

Employment may be offered as a 10-Month (185 Day)contract, at a minimum of 7.5 hours worked per day. This position is evaluated annually.

Benefits Eligibility:

Eligible

Together, we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to the#WeAreSpotsyteam.

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Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non-discrimination in the workplace.Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made.

A workplace that values unique perspectives, fosters belonging, and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.

Position Type: Contract
Salary: $24,737 to $52,114 Per Year

Job Categories: Special Education > Autism

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• William Lancaster , Principal
• MASSAPONAX HIGH SCHOOL
• Email: [e-mail]