Middle School Special Education Paraeducator (Hourly) - 26/27 SY

Spotsylvania County Public Schools; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Spotsylvania County Public Schools is seeking a Middle School Special Education Paraeducator to support teachers in self-contained classrooms for students with autism, developmental delays, multiple disabilities, and behavioral needs.

The position is hourly and part-time with a flexible schedule. Requires a high school diploma or GED; associates degree preferred and 2+ years working with children in instructional settings. Salary is $16.34 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates Degree preferred.
• Minimum two years working with children in instructional/educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with organization and completion of daily work.
• Maintain safe, nurturing environment and support social skills and personal hygiene as needed.
• Monitor and redirect student behavior in small groups.

Skills

Experience with children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree

Job description

Middle School Special Education Paraeducator (Hourly) - 26/27 SY

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Job Details

Job ID: 5465078
Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Jul 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

Spotsylvania County Public Schools is seeking student-focused, dedicatedParaeducators to 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) whose educational 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.

So what sets us apart? Choosing SCPS means joining a highly collaborative team of professionals who inspire, challenge and support one another to be their very best everyday. As a team member, you become part of something much bigger - Your success directly influencesour student's success. Here, YOU make a difference.

Employment Terms:This position is classified as anas hourly support role. The schedule for this position will be considered
part-time and structured on an hourly, as needed basis. This position is evaluated annually.

Benefits Eligibility:Eligible

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

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, foster ing belonging, and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.

Position Type: Hourly
Salary: $16.34 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Amy Williams
• 8020 Riverstone Drive
• Fredericksburg, Virginia 22407
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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