Special Education Classroom Support Aide

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 an instructional support aide to assist teachers of students with physical or intellectual disabilities. You will help with instructional duties, prepare materials, supervise students, and support personal hygiene and care as required under the teacher's guidance.

Responsibilities include collecting data, implementing behavior plans, assisting with speech and language activities, and operating classroom tech.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience as a teacher aide or working with children is required.

Responsibilities

• Collects and records student data such as skill practice, seizure occurrences, and toileting.
• Provides discipline in the absence of the teacher and maintains consistency with procedures established by the teacher.
• Implements behaviour modification plans.
• Practices language activities and reads to students to stimulate development as directed by the speech therapist.
• Supervises centres and assists students in manipulating materials.
• Participates in classroom activities such as discussions and games.
• Operates computer and audiovisual equipment.

Skills

Teacher aide experience

Child development awareness

Patience and flexibility

Follow teacher instructions

Ability to lift and assist

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Loudoun County Public Schools in Ashburn, VA is seeking an instructional support aide to assist teachers of students with physical or intellectual disabilities. You will help with instructional duties, prepare materials, supervise students, and support personal hygiene and care as required under the teacher's guidance.

Responsibilities include collecting data, implementing behavior plans, assisting with speech and language activities, and operating classroom tech.