KINDERGARTEN TEACHER ASSISTANT - 188 DAY

IMDiversity; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince William County Public Schools seeks a Kindergarten Teacher Assistant for Mullen ES in Manassas, VA. This 188-day, full-time paraprofessional role supports the classroom teacher with varied instructional tasks and student supervision.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree or 48 college credits, or have passed the ParaPro assessment with a qualifying score, and must be able to work on site. Salary and duties align with the Prince William County public school system.

Qualifications

• Requires associate degree or 48 college credits or ParaPro score.
• Paraprofessional work assisting classroom teacher under supervision.
• Must be able to work in person on site.

Responsibilities

• Maintains confidentiality of student information
• Prepares instructional materials
• Maintains attendance and cumulative records
• Works with individual students and small groups
• Assists with classroom management and behavior goals
• Supervises students during activities and field trips

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Strong communication

Instructional support

Education

Associate’s degree or 48 college credits

Job description

KINDERGARTEN TEACHER ASSISTANT - 188 DAY
JOB STATUS: OPEN
EFFECTIVE: 2026-27
POSTING NUMBER: 00059919
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Mullen ES
LOCATION: Manassas,VA
POSITION TITLE: KINDERGARTEN TEACHER ASSISTANT - 188 DAY
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION/REQUIREMENTS:
An essential function of this position is the ability to work in person and physically report for work on site.

7.0 hours/day

Candidates for this position must be Highly Qualified through one of the following:

Have obtained an Associate's degree, or higher from a nationally or regionally accredited institution of higher education, documented through transcripts; OR
Completed a minimum of 48 college credits from a nationally or regionally accredited institution of higher education, documented through transcripts; OR
Passed the ParaPro assessment with a minimum score of 455. Documentation of test score must be submitted.
JOB SUMMARY: This position is paraprofessional work which requires the teacher assistant to assist the classroom teacher in performing a variety of tasks and carrying out instructional procedures as directed by the classroom teacher. This position performs work under the direct supervision of the teacher and building administrator.
Job Description
SALARY: Hiring Range: $21.12 - $33.82/hour ($27,793 - $44,503/year)
DAYS: 188
FULL TIME/PART TIME: Full Time
Learn More about the Prince William County Public Schools

Teacher Assistant, Kindergarten

Job Code: 050218 Job Title: Teacher Assistant, Kindergarten
FLSA Status: Non-exempt Pay Level (Grade): 00004
Reports To: Principal Calendar - Primary: V - 188

Mission Statement

• We serve as trusted partners in education with our students, families, and community.
• We prepare our students to be critical thinkers, responsible digital citizens, innovators and visionaries, resilient individuals, and global collaborators.
• We commit to inclusive practices and equity with an expectation of excellence from every student and employee every day.

Job Summary

This position is paraprofessional work which requires the teacher assistant to assist the classroom teacher in performing a variety of tasks and carrying out instructional procedures as directed by the classroom teacher. This position performs work at the direction of the teacher and/or building administrator. The employee must interact with students, parents, and staff in a positive manner.

Essential Responsibilities

This job description is a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Additionally, the scope of this job may change as necessary by the school division.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities.

PWCS requires that each employee:

• works collaboratively with all stakeholders in execution of division strategic plan, "Elevate 2030."
• establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others,
• communicate effective,
• relate to and interact with a non-traditional and diverse student and employee population,
• report to work on a regular and punctual basis as scheduled,
• perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program,
• have knowledge of and be able to use relevant technology,
• participate in the annual professional growth planning process, and
• recognize that they are in a position of public trust and are held to a high standard of personal and professional conduct.

Essential Responsibilities - specific to this job

• Maintains confidentiality of student information
• Prepares instructional materials
• Maintains attendance and cumulative records
• Works with individual students and small groups on assignments
• Assists with classroom management plan
• Acts as a role model for courtesy and proper school behavior
• Checks student work, including objective test materials
• Works cooperatively with the substitute teacher in providing instruction and assistance to students
• Assists with housekeeping chores and bulletin boards
• Assists in the supervision of students on the playground and during any school sponsored activity occurring during the school day
• Assists with clerical tasks, maintains inventory of materials assigned to the program and the classroom, and the procurement and use of media equipment
• Maintains alert attention to the responsibility for the supervision of students at all times
• Assists with fire drills
• Files and catalogs materials
• Assists with weather-related items of clothing as appropriate to the age/developmental level
• Actively assists students in dressing, toileting, braces, position, and with matters relating to personal hygiene, health-related services and emergency plans, as needed. In the event of toilet accidents, may be required to change and launder soiled clothing
• Responsible for the supervision of students at all times, to include, but not limited to, providing coverage when the teacher is participating in planning, meetings, lunch, etc.
• Accompanies students to mainstreamed class assisting with tasks, which their disability would otherwise make difficult or impossible, and/or remains with non-mainstream students, as directed

Qualifications for Successful Performance

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Behaviors

• Ability to work with various ability levels of students
• Skillful in effectively communicating with students, teachers, parents, and other school personnel
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and directions in carrying out tasks and procedures related to instructional and behavioral plans

Education or Equivalency Requirements

Minimum/ Preferred Education level Description
Minimum
High School or GED
Work Experience Requirements
Equivalent to at least Type Area or Field
1 year3 years5 years10 yearsNoneSome portionSignificant portion
Related and/or Specific
Teacher assistant or similar paid/volunteer work; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Certification and License Requirements
Certifications/ Licensures Comments
Work Environment Type:

Work Environment and Physical and Mental Requirements

The work environment and physical and mental demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters and is expected to meet while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment Type

INDOOR: Work is performed in a standard office, classroom, or indoor environment. Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions; however, employees may be exposed to minor inconveniences such as occasional noise, exposure to computer screens, crowded working conditions, and/or minor heating, cooling or ventilation problems.