Special Education Assistant - Empower Student Growth

Little River Elementary School; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Little River Elementary School is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Special Education (Autism) in Chantilly, VA. The role supports instructional activities, behavior management, and personal care under the guidance of the teacher.

The position runs 10 months per year, 187 days, 7 hours per day, with a non-exempt salary range from $22.47 to $25.28 per hour. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and experience as a teacher aide or with children.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Experience as a teacher aide or with children.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and work under supervision.
• Ability to work with individual children and small groups to meet instructional objectives.
• Ability to lift and assist students as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers by performing instructional duties and preparing materials.
• Supervise student behavior and support classroom activities.
• Implement behavior modification plans as directed.
• Support speech therapy activities and language development exercises.
• Operate basic classroom technology and equipment.

Skills

Supervision of teacher-led plans

Behavior management

Language development support

Communication skills

Patience and flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Little River Elementary School is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Special Education (Autism) in Chantilly, VA. The role supports instructional activities, behavior management, and personal care under the guidance of the teacher.

The position runs 10 months per year, 187 days, 7 hours per day, with a non-exempt salary range from $22.47 to $25.28 per hour. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and experience as a teacher aide or with children.