Special Education Assistant, Intellectual Disabilities

IMDiversity; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools, Seneca Ridge Middle School in Sterling, VA, seeks a Teacher Assistant for Students with Intellectual Disabilities. The role involves instructional support, preparing classroom materials, supervising students, and assisting with personal care under teacher guidance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and experience as a teacher aide or with children. The position requires following lesson plans and collaborating with staff in a school setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience as a teacher aide or with children preferred.
• Willingness to follow lesson plans and work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Collect and record student data on skill practice, seizures, and toileting.
• Discipline in the absence of the teacher and maintain procedures.
• Implement behavior modification plans.
• Assist with language development exercises as directed by the speech therapist.
• Supervise learning centers and assist students with materials.
• Engage in classroom activities and discussions.
• Operate classroom technology such as DVD, data projector, or smartboards.

Skills

Instructional support

Small group instruction

Physical lifting

Adaptability

Equipment operation

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Loudoun County Public Schools, Seneca Ridge Middle School in Sterling, VA, seeks a Teacher Assistant for Students with Intellectual Disabilities. The role involves instructional support, preparing classroom materials, supervising students, and assisting with personal care under teacher guidance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and experience as a teacher aide or with children. The position requires following lesson plans and collaborating with staff in a school setting.