Special Education Assistant: Supportive Classroom Partner

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

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools in Ashburn, VA is seeking a paraprofessional to support teachers of students with physical or intellectual disabilities. The role involves instructional duties, preparing classroom materials, supervising students, and assisting with personal hygiene and basic care under the teacher's guidance.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with prior experience as a teacher aide or with children.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Collect and record student data such as skill practice and toileting.
• Provide discipline in the absence of the teacher and maintain consistency with procedures.
• Implement behavior modification plans as directed.
• Support speech development activities and language objectives as directed by the speech therapist.
• Supervise learning centers and assist with materials handling.
• Participate in classroom activities and group discussions.
• Operate classroom technology such as DVD players and smartboards.

Skills

Patience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment operation

Video equipment operation

Job description

Loudoun County Public Schools in Ashburn, VA is seeking a paraprofessional to support teachers of students with physical or intellectual disabilities. The role involves instructional duties, preparing classroom materials, supervising students, and assisting with personal hygiene and basic care under the teacher's guidance.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with prior experience as a teacher aide or with children.