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

RIVERBEND HIGH SCHOOL; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverbend High School in Spotsylvania County, VA, seeks a paraeducator to support students with special needs in self-contained classrooms. You will assist teachers, facilitate daily activities, monitor behavior, and help with assessments, materials, and communication needs, including basic sign language or transliteration as needed.

The position is a 10-month contract (185 days), 7.5 hours per day, with benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Associates Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Preferred: A minimum of two (2) years working with children within an instructional, educational or related setting.

Responsibilities

• 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

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree

Job description

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

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.

SPPS 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, f"osters belonging, and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.

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Job Details

Job ID: 5990265

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

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.

To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools, please visit our website at https://www.spotsylvania.k12.va.us/ .

Division Benefits & Compensation:

• 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.

Benefits Eligibility: Eligible

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

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, f"osters belonging, and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.

Position Type: Contract

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

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Chawrdi Elliott , Principal
• RIVERBEND HIGH SCHOOL
• Email: [e-mail]

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