Special Education Aide: Impactful Classroom Support

Warhill High School; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Warhill High School in Williamsburg, VA seeks a Teacher Assistant - Special Education to support instructional activities and provide targeted assistance to students with disabilities. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, data collection, and maintaining a supportive classroom environment.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, supervising groups, and aiding in transitions to mainstream classes, with a focus on individual student needs and safety.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Autism paraprofessional training required by Virginia DOE.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Basic computing and spelling skills required.
• Patience, flexibility and dependability in handling children.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in implementing instructional procedures and objectives.
• Prepare classroom materials and assist in classroom environments for students with disabilities.
• Monitor student progress and behavior; maintain records.
• Escort students to and from lunch, field trips, and activities.
• Provide for social, emotional, and physical needs of students.

Skills

High school diploma

Autism training

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

48 college credits

Education

High school diploma or GED

Autism paraprofessional training

48 college credits (Special Education Aide II)

Job description

Warhill High School in Williamsburg, VA seeks a Teacher Assistant - Special Education to support instructional activities and provide targeted assistance to students with disabilities. The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, data collection, and maintaining a supportive classroom environment.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, supervising groups, and aiding in transitions to mainstream classes, with a focus on individual student needs and safety.