Instructional Assistant BASE

Portsmouth Public Schools; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 16,757 - 21,987; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Virginia is seeking a full-time Instructional Assistant. The role involves providing instructional support and assisting classroom teachers. Candidates should possess an associate's degree or have passed the Para Pro exam. Responsibilities include reinforcing material introduced by teachers and maintaining records. Strong communication and technology skills are essential. The position offers a dynamic work environment, collaborating with students and staff to achieve educational objectives.

Qualifications

• Must be highly qualified as mandated by No Child Left Behind Act.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships.
• Skill in the use of classroom equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provides instructional support to students and small groups.
• Assists classroom teachers in achieving instructional objectives.
• Maintains confidential files and records.

Skills

Confidentiality

Instructional support

Communication

Technology use

Record keeping

Education

Associate's degree or 48 semester credit hours

Job description

Instructional Assistant BASE

Portsmouth Public Schools – Portsmouth, Virginia

Job Details

Job ID: 5401352

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 08, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT BASE

REPORTS TO: BUILDING PRINCIPAL

OVER-TIME STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

PAY RANGE: 105

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides instructional support and performs paraprofessional work assisting classroom teachers by working with students or small groups; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of assigned teachers, pathologists, therapists, or principals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assists classroom teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional objectives;
• Maintains various records and files, keeps confidential files, test scores and related records;
• Works with individuals or small groups to reinforce material introduced by teacher;
• Provides programmed practice activities and repetitions;
• Prepares various reports, sets up counseling sessions, conducts orientation sessions;
• Verifies student records and grades for scholarships and awards; prepares honor roll;
• Assists with large group activities;
• Escorts students to special classes and therapy;
• Guides independent study and other work assigned by teacher;
• Advises teacher on student problems;
• Assists students with handicaps, assists with loading and unloading buses;
• Assists with breakfast, lunch, snack, clean‑up, lavatory, clothing, personal hygiene, and wash‑up routines;
• Participates in in‑service training programs as assigned;
• Uses technology to enhance instructional programs;
• Performs related tasks as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the teaching of special education population; ability to maintain confidential files and information and to compile reports; ability to deal effectively with special students and teachers; skill in the use of classroom and instructional equipment; ability to operate audio visual, standard office, word and data processing equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students and the general public.

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects, and some medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, and hazards.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants must be highly qualified as mandated by the No Child Left Behind Act. Applicants must possess either of the following: an associate’s degree or 48 semester credit hours (2 years) at an accredited college or university, or have successfully passed the Para Pro exam (score of at least 455).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

All applicants please submit an on-line application along with copies of supporting credentials at ppsk12.us/jobs. Be sure to connect your application to the advertised position.

PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Full‑Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Geraldine Jackson
• 801 Crawford Street
• Portsmouth, Virginia 23704
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]