Special Education Assistant II-Woodbrook Elementary-2026-27 School Year

Young World Physical Education; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 26,876 - 32,249; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a Full-Time Special Education Assistant II to support students with special needs at Woodbrook Elementary School. The role involves assisting in classroom instruction, monitoring student behavior, and fulfilling IEP goals. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and experience with disabled students.

The position offers an hourly wage ranging from $19.51 to $23.41. Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist students with daily living skills.
• Willingness to learn specialized instructional techniques.
• Willing to maintain CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for students with special needs.
• Assist in implementing student IEP goals.
• Maintain a pleasant classroom environment.

Skills

Empathetic attitude towards disabled students

Effective communication

Basic keyboard and filing skills

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Job description

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

Woodbrook Elementary School

2026-27 School Year

Our school division values equitable and high‑quality education for all students. We are committed to building inclusive communities that recognize and eliminate racism, promote equity, and support the unique gifts and talents of every student.

General Definition of Work

The Special Education Assistant II provides support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of students with special needs; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior; documenting activities and progress; and supporting students’ IEP goals. The role offers extended classroom support and follow‑up for students who receive special services; monitors and models evidence‑based behavior intervention strategies; helps with data collection and analysis; and ensures that behavior interventions are practiced with fidelity. The aide works under the direction of the classroom teacher, may independently carry out specific instructional tasks, and supports classroom management and instruction of special education students.

Essential Functions

• Develops and maintains a pleasant and orderly classroom environment.
• Assists students in the completion of learning tasks assigned by classroom teachers.
• Leads and/or facilitates teaching of individuals in 1:1, small group, or whole class instruction.
• Carries out instructional plans as designated by the classroom teacher and, if appropriate, the student’s IEP.
• Maintains student training data according to prescribed procedures.
• Assists individual students as necessary to follow routines, directions, and schedules.
• Procures, sets up, and operates audio‑visual equipment.
• Assists in the development and implementation of individual student schedules, sensory programs, motor group activities, discrete trial drills, and student behavior management plans.
• Creates alternative activities for independent work based on teacher‑directed activities.
• Assists in the coordination of school and home supports and work tasks.
• Assists with data collection and facilitates accommodations as required by the classroom teacher or supervisor.
• Communicates effectively with the special education teacher to help facilitate IEP goals.
• Demonstrates cooperation, openness for growth, and willingness to contribute to a team approach.
• Assists in maintaining student records, collecting lunch monies, and related instructional activities as directed.
• Monitors student attendance, behavior, and suspension data.
• Performs clerical duties such as typing, filing, and duplicating at the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Provides direct support to staff by introducing and modeling evidence‑based interventions.
• Provides direct support to students by teaching and modeling evidence‑based interventions and curriculum.
• Coordinates with specialists and school staff to implement behavior curriculum.
• Provides transition plans and support for students moving from one educational setting to another.
• Co‑ordinates the development of effective intervention plans and crisis/safety plans.
• Provides interventions to enable students to remain in school.
• Supervises and trains students in the lunchroom or during lunch periods.
• Supervises and trains students during free time and other non‑instructional periods as directed.
• Maintains a notebook for behavior logs, BIP progress notes, social skill lesson plans, incident reports, and communication logs.
• Assists students with daily living skills such as toileting, feeding, diaper changes, positioning, etc.
• Assists with deregulated students and participates in team meetings.
• Assists with medical‑related duties such as catheterization, gastrointestinal feedings, assistive breathing devices, colostomy, and ileostomy needs.
• Assists with carry‑over of related services such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech, adapted physical education, and vision.
• Performs other duties as assigned by classroom teacher or principal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to develop and maintain an empathetic attitude toward disabled/handicapped students; willingness to learn specialized instructional/management techniques; effective communication and working relationships with students, parents, and staff; high‑school graduate or equivalent; willing to seek and maintain CPR certification.

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to high‑school graduation, including basic keyboard and filing training.

Physical Conditions and Nature of Work Contacts

Work is performed in school settings including classrooms, gym, cafeteria, auditorium, and recreational areas. Duties include frequent walking, standing, light lifting up to 80 lb, handling students in wheelchairs, assisting with personal hygiene, and occasional lifting of audiovisual equipment up to 50 lb. The position requires regular movement of students, close contact with children, and may involve after‑hour work and stressful conditions. Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions is required.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $19.51 to $23.41 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.