Instructional Assistant (APR)

Young World Physical Education; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 24,980 - 41,133; Full time

Job summary

Frederick County Public Schools in Winchester, Virginia, invites applications for an Instructional Assistant (APR). This full-time position supports classroom instruction at Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year, with assignment of 183 days over 10 months.

Salary ranges from $24,980 to $41,133 per year, with the salary scale based on years of related full-time experience. Applicants must meet Title I paraprofessional qualifications and attach proof of highly qualified

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of study (48 credit hours) required.
• Associate's degree or higher required.
• Parapro Assessment through ETS required.
• Proof of highly qualified certification must be attached.

Skills

Group work with children

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 credit hours / two years of study

Associate's degree

Parapro Assessment (ETS)

Job description

Frederick County Public Schools Apple Pie Ridge Elementary School - Winchester, Virginia

Instructional Assistant (APR)

Job Description

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.
• Applicants must meet the requirements for a Title I paraprofessional, including:
  • Must have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent and
  • Must have met one of the following options:
    • Completed two years of study (48 credit hours) at an institution of higher education; or
    • Hold an associate's (or higher) degree; or
    • Have passed the Parapro Assessment through ETS.
• Proof of highly qualified certification must be attached to your application to be considered for this position.

Pay Rate

Instructional Assistant Grade C2b Salary Scale (credit is based on years of full-time experience in a related position)

Assignment

Full time / 10 months / 183 days

Start Date

This position is effective with the 2026-2027 school year.

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$24,980 to $41,133 Per Year

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department Employment Team
• 1415 Amherst Street
• Winchester, Virginia 22601
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]