Instructional Assistant; Special Education PC 30148

Metz Middle School; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Metz Middle School in Manassas, VA seeks a Special Education Instructional Assistant to support students with disabilities. The role assists with classroom instruction under the teacher's direction and helps implement individualized education plans.

The position is full-time, 9.5 months, with pay grade 6. Responsibilities include supervision, personal care, material prep, and collaboration with staff to promote safety and positive behaviors.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 60 college credit hours or an Associate’s Degree or have passed the Para Pathways Assessment.
• Experience in an educational setting and/or instructional support preferred.
• Ability to lift and assist students as needed and maintain student dignity.

Responsibilities

• Assists with supervision of students inside and outside the classroom.
• Provides care and supervision at all times and escorts students as required.
• Prepares materials for daily class work and supports classroom teachers with clerical tasks.
• Delivers instruction under supervision and helps implement behavior plans.
• Provides support for PBIS and safety procedures.
• Assists during school activities and supports transitions between classes.

Skills

Special Education

Classroom supervision

Communication skills

IEP goals

Mobility assistance

Education

60 college credit hours

Associate’s Degree or higher

Para Pathways Assessment

Job description

Instructional Assistant; Special Education PC 30148

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Job Details

Job ID: 5910816
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Title: Special Education Instructional Assistant

Pay Grade: 6 Period of Employment: 9.5 months

Description Approved/ Revised: 09/2026 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Supervised by and/or Reports to: Classroom Teacher, Department Supervisor, Building Administrators

General Responsibilities: Assists student(s) who requires modifications and accommodations to gain access to a free and appropriate public education as directed by the classroom instructor.

Essential Duties:

(This list is intended solely as an illustration of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude their addition if they are similar to or a logical extension of the position.)

• Assists with the supervision of the student(s) both inside the classroom and outside of the classroom.
• Provides care and supervision of the student(s) at all times.
• Escorts the student(s) when required.
• Locates and prepares materials for daily class work.
• Supports the teacher with classroom clerical tasks.
• Provides instruction to the student(s) under the supervision and direction of the classroom teacher.
• Observes and manages student(s) behavior, collaborates with the teacher on behavior plans and their implementation.
• Guides student(s) integrated into general education classes and assists general education teachers.
• Performs bus duty by assisting student(s) on and off the bus.
• Carries out personal care duties for the student(s) as necessary.
• Maintains trainings and certifications such as CPR, Safety Care, and any specific training related to the specific needs of the student(s).
• Executes duties related to specialized diets (grinding, pureeing, feeding).
• Lifts, positions, and places student(s) in specialized adaptive equipment as trained by the physical therapist or occupational therapist.
• Uses the tenants of "Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports" (PBIS) to ensure students are safe, respectful, and responsible.

• Educates self and implements any medical action plans established for student safety with appropriate training from the school nurse.
• Maintains trainings and certifications such as CPR and Safety Care, and any additional training related to the specific needs of a student.
• Delivers emergency treatments as needed.
• Utilizes universal precautions when body fluids are present.
• Works cooperatively with substitute teachers in providing instruction and assistance with students.
• Assists or supervises school-sponsored activities during the school day.
• Launders soiled clothing when necessary.
• Aids student during seizures or other medical incidents.
• Moves with the assigned student from building to building, as the student matriculates through the school system.
• Assist students with personal care needs, including toileting, diapering, hygiene routines, and other activities of daily living, while maintaining student dignity, privacy and confidentiality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of working with all students - especially those with special needs.
• Broad knowledge of the practices, methods, and techniques used in classroom teaching and management.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to follow directions given by classroom teacher.
• Exercises patience with students and staff.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to monitor for student safety.
• Ability to interact with students, staff, and parents.
• Ability to work independently with students towards IEP goals under the guidance of the teacher.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to lift and assist students as needed.
• Serve as role model.

Requisite Education and Experience:

• Must possess a minimum of 60 college credit hours; or an Associate’s Degree or higher; or have successfully passed the Para Pathways Assessment.
• Experience in an educational setting and/or prior teaching/instructional experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to: a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, or repetitive motions required.

Manassas City Public Schools (MCPS) does not discriminate in employment nor in the provision of educational programs, services and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20.86 to $37.30 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Stacy Hancock , HR Coordinator
• Human Resources
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]