Instructional Assistant - Regular Education

Lynchburg-City-Schools; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

10-month schedule

Job summary

Lynchburg City Schools seeks an Instructional Assistant - Regular Education at E. C. Glass High School in Lynchburg, VA.

The role supports classroom teachers by reinforcing learning objectives and guiding students in small groups and independent work. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with 60 college credits or an associate degree or ParaPro, plus prior experience with children is preferred.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional support experience in classrooms.
• Ability to assist with small groups and individualized instruction.
• Experience aiding students with established goals and routines.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers by reinforcing learning objectives.
• Lead small-group or one-on-one activities.
• Assist with large and small group instructions and transitions.
• Guide independent study as directed by teachers.
• Report student issues to teachers and help resolve them.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and other periods.
• Help maintain classroom behavior and safety policies.

Skills

Paraprofessional experience

Student support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

60 college credits / Associate degree / ParaPro

Job description

Instructional Assistant - Regular Education

Instructional Assistant - Regular Education Lynchburg City Schools E C GLASS HIGH SCHOOL - Lynchburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5943524

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Instructional Assistant - Regular Education GENERAL INFORMATION Title: Instructional Assistant - Regular Education Department:E. C. Glass HighSchool Salary Grade:Schedule A or B

FLSA Status: Non-exempt Site/Location: E. C. Glass HighSchool Reports to: Building Administrator Date: 09/29/2026

POSITION SUMMARY

• Performs responsible human support and paraprofessional work while assisting classroom teachers or other professionals to achieve instructional objectives; and while assisting students with achieving established goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Works with individuals or small groups to reinforce learning objectives introduced by teacher.
• Provides programmed practice activities and repetitions as developed by teacher.
• Assists with large and small group activities.
• Guides independent study and other work assigned by teacher.
• Reports student problems to the teacher and assists with student problems.
• Assists with loading and unloading buses.
• Supervises students during unstructured time such as lunch, recess and transitions.
• Assists with student routines.
• Performs related work as required.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining standards of student behavior.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Help maintain order in the classroom; monitors students to keep them on task.

LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES

Personal Competencies

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality

Leadership Competencies

• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Think Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of sixty (60) credit hours from an accredited post-secondary institution or career technical facility, or an Associate’s Degree, or successful completion of the ParaPro assessment.
• Prior experience working with children preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• None

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• None

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

SALARY

Salary: This is a 10 month position with full benefits. Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales .

DAYS

190

START DATE

2026-2027

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Susan Badger , PRINCIPAL
• E C GLASS HIGH SCHOOL
• Phone: [phone]