Special Education Assistant II - Autism Support & Growth

Albemarle County Public Schools; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Albemarle County Public Schools in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a Special Education Assistant II to support students with autism at Walton Middle School for the 2026-27 school year. The role focuses on supervising, guiding, and assisting in learning activities aligned with IEP goals.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, implementing behavior strategies, and coordinating with teachers and specialists to ensure equitable education for students with challenging behaviors.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with special needs preferred.
• Ability to follow IEPs and behavior plans.
• Willingness to learn and apply evidence-based interventions.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains a pleasant, orderly classroom environment.
• Assists students in completing learning tasks as assigned by teachers.
• Leads and supports 1:1, small group, or whole-class instruction.
• Carries out instructional plans and follows IEP goals.
• Maintains student data according to procedures.
• Assists students with routines and daily living tasks as needed.
• Operates audio-visual equipment and supports classroom technology.
• Coordinates with specialists to implement intervention plans.
• Participates in team meetings and school activities.
• Performs clerical duties and helps with attendance and records as directed.

Skills

1:1 instruction

Small group instruction

IEP goals

Data collection

Behavior management

Communication with teachers

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Albemarle County Public Schools in Charlottesville, VA, seeks a Special Education Assistant II to support students with autism at Walton Middle School for the 2026-27 school year. The role focuses on supervising, guiding, and assisting in learning activities aligned with IEP goals.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, implementing behavior strategies, and coordinating with teachers and specialists to ensure equitable education for students with challenging behaviors.