Middle School Special Education (Learning Support 1) Paraeducator - 26/27SY

FREEDOM MIDDLE; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Spotsylvania County Public Schools is seeking a student-focused Paraeducator for Freedom Middle to support students with special needs in a self-contained setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily work, maintaining a safe learning environment, and helping with assessments. Preferred candidates have an Associate’s degree and 2+ years with children; MANDT training is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates Degree preferred; 2+ years experience with children preferred.
• Special requirements include MANDT training as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with organization and completion of daily work.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing environment and support social skills.
• Monitor and redirect student behavior in small groups.
• Organize instructional materials and files.
• Assist with assessments and communicate using sign language or transliteration when needed.
• Perform non-instructional duties such as cafeteria, bus, hall, and office duties.

Skills

Student support

Classroom assistance

Behavior monitoring

Communication with teachers

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree (preferred)

2+ years working with children (preferred)

Job description

Spotsylvania County School District FREEDOM MIDDLE - Fredericksburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Spotsylvania County Public Schools is seeking a student-focused, dedicatedParaeducatorsto assist teachers and other professional practitionersby providing instructional support in self-contained classrooms with students who have special needs (Autism, Developmental Delays, Multiple Disabilities, Learning Support and Behavior Support) whoseeducational needs are not met by a general education environment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist students with the organization and completion of daily work assignments
• Assist in maintaining a safe, nurturing, and healthy atmosphere, which may include assisting students with social skill development, personal hygiene, toiletry needs/toilet training
• Follows established procedures for monitoring and redirecting student behavior when supervising small groups
• Maintains and organizes students instructional materials and/or cumulative files
• Administer and/or assist with preparing for various assessments for students as necessary
• Uses special skills (i.e. sign language, transliterating, advanced computer training) to assist in two-way communication between the teacher and the student as necessary
• Performs additional non-instructional duties including, but not limited to, cafeteria duty, bus duty, hall duty, and office duty

Education and Experience:

Required

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred

• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• A minimum of two (2) years working with children within an instructional, educational or related setting

Special Requirements:

• Special education teachers assigned to work with students with emotional disabilities should have been trained in MANDT methodology and should receive additional training, as appropriate, annually.

About Spotsylvania County Public Schools:

Comprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24,000, Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

SCPS offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employee well-being, financial security, and professional growth:

Competitive Compensation: Equitable and competitive salary schedules based on experience and role.

Retirement Security: Enrollment or seamless transfer within the Virginia Retirement System (VRS), featuring defined benefit plans and employer-matched contributions.

Health & Wellness: Robust health care benefit plans, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), and employer-paid life insurance.

Paid Time Off & Leave: Monthly Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual, FMLA coverage, and Short-Term Disability benefits.

Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement opportunities to support ongoing education and career advancement.

Employment Terms:Employment may be offered as a 10-Month (185 Day)contract, at a minimum of 7.5 hours worked per day. This position is evaluated annually.

Together, we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to the#WeAreSpotsyteam.

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Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non-discrimination in the workplace.Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made.

A workplace that values unique perspectives, fosters belonging, and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.

Middle School Special Education (Learning Support 1) Paraeducator - 26/27SY

Spotsylvania County School District FREEDOM MIDDLE - Fredericksburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5906697

Application Deadline: Sep 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Contract

Job Description

Spotsylvania County Public Schools is seeking a student-focused, dedicatedParaeducatorsto assist teachers and other professional practitionersby providing instructional support in self-contained classrooms with students who have special needs (Autism, Developmental Delays, Multiple Disabilities, Learning Support and Behavior Support) whoseeducational needs are not met by a general education environment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist students with the organization and completion of daily work assignments
• Assist in maintaining a safe, nurturing, and healthy atmosphere, which may include assisting students with social skill development, personal hygiene, toiletry needs/toilet training
• Follows established procedures for monitoring and redirecting student behavior when supervising small groups
• Maintains and organizes students instructional materials and/or cumulative files
• Administer and/or assist with preparing for various assessments for students as necessary
• Uses special skills (i.e. sign language, transliterating, advanced computer training) to assist in two-way communication between the teacher and the student as necessary
• Performs additional non-instructional duties including, but not limited to, cafeteria duty, bus duty, hall duty, and office duty

Education and Experience:

Required

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred

• Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
• A minimum of two (2) years working with children within an instructional, educational or related setting

Special Requirements:

• Special education teachers assigned to work with students with emotional disabilities should have been trained in MANDT methodology and should receive additional training, as appropriate, annually.

About Spotsylvania County Public Schools:

Comprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24,000, Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

SCPS offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employee well-being, financial security, and professional growth:

Competitive Compensation: Equitable and competitive salary schedules based on experience and role.

Retirement Security: Enrollment or seamless transfer within the Virginia Retirement System (VRS), featuring defined benefit plans and employer-matched contributions.

Health & Wellness: Robust health care benefit plans, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), and employer-paid life insurance.

Paid Time Off & Leave: Monthly Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual, FMLA coverage, and Short-Term Disability benefits.

Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement opportunities to support ongoing education and career advancement.

Employment Terms:Employment may be offered as a 10-Month (185 Day)contract, at a minimum of 7.5 hours worked per day. This position is evaluated annually.

Together, we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to the#WeAreSpotsyteam.

Salary: $24,737 to $52,114 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Eric Wright , Principal
• FREEDOM MIDDLE
• Email: [e-mail]