Special Education Classroom Aide - Compassionate Support

TOANO MIDDLE; Toano (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

TOANO MIDDLE in Virginia is seeking a Teacher Assistant - Special Education for the 2026-27 school year in Toano. This role supports instructional activities under the teacher's guidance to help students with disabilities.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and autism paraprofessional training, with responsibilities including materials prep, data collection, behavior support, and light clerical duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Autism paraprofessional training required.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Basic computing and spelling skills.
• Concern for general welfare of children and confidentiality.
• Experience in nursing, childcare, or special education preferred.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students, and administrators.
• Patience, flexibility, dependability, interest, punctuality, and ability to follow directions.
• Special Education Aide II: 48 college credits completed.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with instructional procedures and objectives.
• Prepare classroom materials and arrange environments for students.
• Work with individuals, small groups, or large groups to support learning.
• Collect data on student performance and progress.
• Monitor student behavior and maintain accurate records.
• Accompany students to lunch, buses, and field trips; escort as needed.
• Provide support for transitions from self-contained to mainstream classes.
• Perform clerical duties and basic AV/typing tasks.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Follow directions

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Autism paraprofessional training

Special Education Aide II: 48 college credits

Job description

TOANO MIDDLE in Virginia is seeking a Teacher Assistant - Special Education for the 2026-27 school year in Toano. This role supports instructional activities under the teacher's guidance to help students with disabilities.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and autism paraprofessional training, with responsibilities including materials prep, data collection, behavior support, and light clerical duties.