School-Based Special Education Paraprofessional

HARTWOOD ELEMENTARY; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

HARTWOOD ELEMENTARY in Fredericksburg, Virginia is seeking a Paraprofessional – Special Education. This 10-month, 185-day instructional support role involves assisting students with disabilities and supporting instructional staff within a school-based setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, non-exempt status, and collaboration with teachers to reinforce learning and ensure student progress. Starting immediately, apply to join Stafford County Public Schools.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Knowledge of basic curriculum expectations and IEP goals.
• Knowledge of basic teaching strategies.
• Ability to use basic computer applications.
• Awareness of needs of students with disabilities and alternative strategies.
• Basic reading and computation skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team.
• Ability to organize and perform work independently.
• Ability to meet deadlines and show sustained effort.

Responsibilities

• Assists students with physical tasks and reinforces instructional content.
• Works with small groups under the supervision of the SPED teacher.
• Maintains supportive relationship with students and shares progress with staff.
• Operates and cares for equipment used in instruction.
• Maintains a supportive classroom environment and implements strategies for students.
• Supervises students during drills, assemblies, and field trips.
• Serves as primary contact for substitutes in the SPED context.
• Assists with material distribution and student documentation.

Skills

Basic computer applications

Basic reading

Computation skill

Team collaboration

Attendance and punctuality

Communication with staff

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

HARTWOOD ELEMENTARY in Fredericksburg, Virginia is seeking a Paraprofessional – Special Education. This 10-month, 185-day instructional support role involves assisting students with disabilities and supporting instructional staff within a school-based setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, non-exempt status, and collaboration with teachers to reinforce learning and ensure student progress. Starting immediately, apply to join Stafford County Public Schools.