Instructional Assistant - Special Education (Structured Teach) - Charlottesville Middle School [...]

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Job summary

Charlottesville City Schools is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Special Education (Structured Teach) at Charlottesville Middle School for the 2026-27 school year. Responsibilities include supporting classroom teachers, implementing IEP-driven plans, and assisting with instructional and clerical tasks.

The role requires 60 college credits or an associate’s degree (or higher) or ParaPro, and involves activities such as supervising students, administering tasks, and aiding with therapeutic

Qualifications

• Requires at least 60 college credits or an associate’s or higher degree.
• Alternatively, successful ParaPro Assessment.
• Ability to follow instructional plans and IEPs.

Responsibilities

• Follow instructional plans as designated by the classroom teacher and IEP.
• Assist students individually and in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
• Administer tests, homework, and make‑up work as directed by the teacher.
• Maintain a pleasant and orderly classroom environment and assist with materials and bulletin boards.
• Support classroom behavior and culture under teacher direction and assist with discipline as needed.
• Assist with field trips, library, assemblies, and related instructional activities to identify needed support.
• Help move students between learning environments and manage attendance and lunch tasks.
• Perform clerical duties as directed and supervise students during lunch and non‑instructional times.
• Assist with maintaining student records and participate in team meetings.
• Provide support for toileting, feeding, and positioning when required, and assist with related services.

Skills

Communication

Classroom management

Team collaboration

Discretion

Education

60 college credits

Associate degree or higher

ParaPro Assessment

Job description

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Instructional Assistant - Special Education (Structured Teach) - Charlottesville Middle School (2026-27 School Year)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5836755

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Instructional Assistant - Special Education (Structured Teach)

Location: Charlottesville Middle School

Reports to: Principal

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Summary: An Instructional Assistant for Special Education (Structured Teach) is responsible for instructional, clerical, and human support in assisting the classroom teacher in the management and instruction of students. The instructional assistant performs related tasks as required and directed and is under the supervision of the classroom teacher. The instructional assistant may independently perform some aspects of the instructional program and share results and data with the teacher.

Essential Functions

• Follow and conduct the instructional plans as designated by the classroom teacher and, if appropriate, the Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Assist students individually and in groups to present or reinforce learning concepts.
• Administer tests, homework assignments, and make‑up work as directed by the teacher.
• Develop and maintain a pleasant and orderly classroom environment (e.g., maintain instructional materials, design bulletin boards, assist special education teacher and/or students in clean‑up activities, etc.).
• Assist the teacher in maintaining an appropriate level of classroom behavior and control.
• Assign appropriate discipline to students if directed by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in related instructional activities (e.g., field trips, library, assembly, etc.) to identify needed support, reinforcement of behavior and social skills, and to create a safe and positive learning environment.
• Assist in the physical movement of students from one learning environment to another.
• Perform such duties as attendance recording and collection of lunch monies as directed by the teacher.
• Perform such clerical duties as typing, filing, and duplicating at the direction of the teacher.
• Supervise students in the cafeteria or during lunch period.
• Supervise students during free time and other non‑instructional periods as directed by the teacher.
• Assist in the maintenance of students’ records if directed by the teacher.
• Participate in team meetings.
• Assist with toileting, feeding, and positioning of students.
• Assist with carry‑over of related services, including Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Understand and assist with basic language arts and math skills; excellent written and oral communication; skills to perform multiple non‑technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions; operate standard office equipment, prepare and maintain accurate records; knowledge of school policies and procedures; understanding of effective discipline procedures; ability to follow directions from the classroom teacher; knowledge of age/ability appropriate activities; concepts of grammar and punctuation; safety practices and procedures; develop effective working relationships with students, parents, and staff; flexibility to be able to change processes quickly based on current situations; ability to communicate with diverse groups; problem‑solving is needed to identify issues and help develop action plans; maintain confidentiality; ability to work as part of a team; ability to develop and maintain an empathetic attitude toward students with disabilities; willing to learn specialized instructional techniques employed for students with disabilities.

Education and/or Experience

An instructional assistant must have completed at least 60 hours of college credit or earned an associate’s or higher degree, or successfully passed the ParaPro Assessment.

Physical Conditions and Nature of Work

Duties performed typically in school settings include: classroom, gym, cafeteria, auditorium, and recreational areas. Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary. The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting of equipment up to 40 pounds, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; significant fine dexterity. Generally, the job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. Occasional attendance at parent conferences, building‑level and division‑wide meetings, and training activities beyond the normal assigned hours is necessary. Daily personal close contact with children to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required. Regular contact with other staff members, parents, and medical professionals may be required.

Evaluation

The Instructional Assistant is evaluated by the classroom teacher and school administration.

Contract Length

189 days

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21.26 to $32.95 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Summerlyn Thompson, Principal
• Summit Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]