Pre-K Adaptive Special Ed Instructional Assistant

Manassas Park; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Manassas Park City Schools is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Pre‑K Adaptive Special Education Curriculum at Cougar Elementary School. Under the supervision of a certified SPED teacher, you will implement instructional plans, monitor progress, and support social‑emotional development for students with special needs.

The role requires a high school diploma, ParaPathways assessment, and ability to work with diverse ability levels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Passage of the ParaPathways assessment (ETS 5757) within 30 days of employment.
• Previous experience working with groups of children desired.
• Ability to work with various ability levels of students.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and directions in carrying out tasks and procedures.
• Ability to assist teachers with instructional activities and classroom management.
• Must possess interpersonal communication skills and the professional and personal characteristics necessary for working with parents, students and school personnel.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and meet all MPCS, VHSL, and applicable training requirements for athletic coaches.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all school laws, State Board of Education regulations, and School Board policies.
• Performs duties deemed necessary by the School Board and Superintendent for the efficient operation of the school system.
• Confers with teachers to assist in evaluating special education student progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.
• Implements instructional activities and behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with challenges.
• Support students with daily personal care tasks (toileting, feeding, mobility) while maintaining dignity.
• Instructs special education students in math, reading, science, and daily living skills under supervision.
• Maintains instructional materials and student files/records.
• Monitors students during meals, recess, and life enrichment activities.
• Performs data recording on instruction/behavior and clerical tasks for the teacher.
• Carries out instructional plans as designated by the classroom teacher and IEP.
• Assists in the preparation of instructional materials and bulletin boards.
• Helps maintain classroom behavior and control.
• Assists students individually and in small groups on assignments.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Follow written and oral instructions

Classroom management

Work with diverse ability levels

Support students individually and in小组

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

ParaPathways assessment (ETS 5757)

Experience with groups of children

Job description

Manassas Park City Schools is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Pre‑K Adaptive Special Education Curriculum at Cougar Elementary School. Under the supervision of a certified SPED teacher, you will implement instructional plans, monitor progress, and support social‑emotional development for students with special needs.

The role requires a high school diploma, ParaPathways assessment, and ability to work with diverse ability levels.