Special Education Classroom Support Assistant

Fairfax County Public Schools

Virginia (MN)

On-site

USD 312,368 - 562,229

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Fairfax County Public Schools in Virginia is seeking a Classroom Instructional Support staff member to assist special education students in designated programs. You will help with daily living tasks, supervise activities, and provide basic classroom assistance under licensed staff.

This 186-day, full-time position requires strong communication, ability to maintain confidentiality, and comfort with assistive technology.

Qualifications

Education level equivalent to seventh grade or FCPS special education diploma/certificate or equivalent training.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
Ability to care for students with disabilities and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work effectively with students and staff.

Responsibilities

Assist with care and monitoring of designated categories of special education students.
Assist students with daily living skills including toileting, feeding, dressing, and other hygiene needs as required.
Assist with keeping classrooms neat and orderly and in supervising student activities.
Assist with monitoring students in halls, entering or exiting bus, on school grounds, in a cafeteria, and other areas.
Assist teachers and assistants with basic classroom support for students.
Participate in the lifting of students; move or lift wheelchairs and other equipment; assist students with physical movement.
Support students using assistive technologies.
Performs related duties as required or assigned.