Special Education Assistant: Supportive Classroom Growth

Loudoun County Public Schools; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools is seeking a teacher aide to provide instructional support for students with disabilities. The role involves assisting the teacher, preparing materials, and supervising behavior according to lesson plans.

You will support language development activities, operate AV equipment, and help with small-group instruction. This 10-month position requires a high school diploma or GED and prior experience with children.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience as a teacher aide or with children preferred.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and supervise students.

Responsibilities

• Collects and records student data (skill practice, seizures, toileting).
• Assists teacher, maintains behavior, and supports lesson plans.
• Implements behavior modification plans and language activities.
• Supervises centers and assists with materials and games.
• Operates classroom tech and AV equipment as needed.

Skills

Ability to work under supervision

Work with individual children

Physical lift/assist students

Adaptability to diverse abilities

Operate office/video equipment

Good communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Video equipment operation

Job description

Loudoun County Public Schools is seeking a teacher aide to provide instructional support for students with disabilities. The role involves assisting the teacher, preparing materials, and supervising behavior according to lesson plans.

You will support language development activities, operate AV equipment, and help with small-group instruction. This 10-month position requires a high school diploma or GED and prior experience with children.