KINDERGARTEN TEACHER ASSISTANT - 188 DAY

Prince William County Public Schools; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince William County Public Schools seeks a Kindergarten Teacher Assistant for Kerrydale Elementary School in Woodbridge, VA. The role supports the classroom teacher, assists with instructional procedures, and performs duties under supervision.

The position requires in-person work, 7.0 hours per day, and qualifies with an Associate's degree or 48 college credits, or a passing ParaPro score. 188 workdays annually with a pay range provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School or GED
• ParaPro option available with score 455 or higher
• Associate degree or 48 credits alternatives accepted

Responsibilities

• Maintains confidentiality of student information

Skills

Paraprofessional support

Classroom aide

Education

Associate's degree or higher

48 college credits

ParaPro 455 score

Job description

Job Details

Job Status: OPEN

Effective: 2026-27

Posting Number: 00060356

School/Department: Kerrydale ES

Location: Woodbridge, VA

Position Title: KINDERGARTEN TEACHER ASSISTANT - 188 DAY

Position Information

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

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;
• Completed a minimum of 48 college credits from a nationally or regionally accredited institution of higher education, documented through transcripts;
• 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.

Salary

Hiring Range: $21.12 - $33.82/hour ($27,793 - $44,503/year)

Days

188

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

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.

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 effectively.
• 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.
• 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 year 3 years 5 years 10 years None Some portion Significant portion

Certification and License Requirements

Certifications/ Licensures Comments

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.