Impactful Special Education Assistant (10-Month)

Young World Physical Education; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Harrisonburg is looking for a dedicated Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time position is focused on supporting Special Education teachers and requires empathy and effective communication skills with disabled students. Candidates should possess an appropriate educational background, including high school graduation and at least two years of college education or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment. The ability to achieve CPR/AED/First Aid certification is also required.

Qualifications

• Ability to develop and maintain empathetic attitudes towards disabled students.
• Willingness to learn specialized instructional/management techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education Teachers in managing classroom activities.
• Support disabled students' learning and development.

Skills

Empathy towards disabled students

Positive cooperation

CPR/AED/First Aid certification

Effective communication

Education

Graduation from accredited high school or GED

Two years of college with 12 undergraduate credits in math/English

Passing score on the ParaPro Assessment

Job description

A local educational institution in Harrisonburg is looking for a dedicated Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time position is focused on supporting Special Education teachers and requires empathy and effective communication skills with disabled students. Candidates should possess an appropriate educational background, including high school graduation and at least two years of college education or a passing score on the ParaPro Assessment. The ability to achieve CPR/AED/First Aid certification is also required.