Kindergarten Instructional Assistant for Special Education

Waterview Elementary; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterview Elementary in Portsmouth, VA is seeking a Kindergarten Instructional Assistant to support classroom instruction and assist with students who have special needs. The role works under the supervision of the building principal and classroom teachers.

The ideal candidate will help with small groups, manage materials, and utilize technology to reinforce lessons, while maintaining student records and supporting daily routines.

Qualifications

• Must meet NCLB-mandated qualifications: associate degree or 48 credit hours or Para Pro exam (455+).
• Experience in a special education setting is preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidential files and records.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher and other professionals to achieve instructional objectives.
• Support individual students with special needs and small groups.
• Maintain confidential records and test score files.
• Provide programmed practice activities and reinforce material.
• Use technology to enhance instructional programs.

Skills

Assisting teacher

Small group instruction

Records management

Technology in instruction

Special needs support

Education

Associate degree

48 college credit hours

ParaPro exam (455+)

Tools

Audio-visual equipment

Educational technology

Job description

Waterview Elementary in Portsmouth, VA is seeking a Kindergarten Instructional Assistant to support classroom instruction and assist with students who have special needs. The role works under the supervision of the building principal and classroom teachers.

The ideal candidate will help with small groups, manage materials, and utilize technology to reinforce lessons, while maintaining student records and supporting daily routines.