Preschool Classroom Assistant | Literacy & Behavior Support

Loudoun County Public Schools; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools is seeking a STEP Teacher Assistant to support teachers with instructional duties, classroom prep, behavior management, and literacy assessments. The role includes clerical tasks and assisting with personal care needs as required, under teacher supervision.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and an Early Childhood credential, with preschool experience and a capacity to work with diverse cultures. Bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Early Childhood credential required.
• Experience working with preschool age children.
• Experience working with diverse cultures.
• Bilingual preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides individual and group instruction on activities as instructed; implements lesson plans with the teacher.
• Prepares the classroom for meals and activities, assists students on and off the bus, prepares meal counts for the cafeteria staff, and performs clerical tasks, as assigned.
• Collects data and records anecdotal student observations; record keeping and documentation for all information related to each student and family.
• In collaboration with the STEP Teacher, implements behavior modification plans in accordance with the STEP program philosophy and monitors students' safety.
• Supports the administration of literacy assessments to students.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Preschool experience

Cultural sensitivity

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Early Childhood credential

Tools

Job description

Loudoun County Public Schools is seeking a STEP Teacher Assistant to support teachers with instructional duties, classroom prep, behavior management, and literacy assessments. The role includes clerical tasks and assisting with personal care needs as required, under teacher supervision.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and an Early Childhood credential, with preschool experience and a capacity to work with diverse cultures. Bilingual skills are a plus.