Special Education Paraprofessional

Grayson County Public Schools; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Grayson County Public Schools seeks a Paraprofessional (Aide) to support students at Grayson Highlands School in Independence, VA. The role focuses on assisting with academic, physical, or behavioral tasks under teacher direction, and requires adherence to IDEA/FERPA/HIPPA guidelines and ongoing professional interactions with students, families, and staff.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree or 48 college hours or passes a paraprofessional assessment, with CPR/First Aid certification

Qualifications

• Possess Associate's degree, 48 hours of college coursework or successful Paraprofessional assessment score.
• Demonstrate ability to assist students with academic, physical or behavioral tasks as directed by the teacher.
• Possess willingness to learn specialized instructional/management techniques for students with disabilities.
• Possess or ability to obtain CPR and first aid certification and willingness to maintain necessary training/certifications as directed by school division.
• Demonstrate knowledge of IDEA, FERPA, HIPPA and other federal and state regulations regarding student welfare.
• Demonstrate professional and personal characteristics necessary for effective and positive interactions with students, colleagues, parents and community.

Skills

Assist students

Specialized techniques

Regulations IDEA/FERPA/HIPPA

Professional interactions

Education

Associate's degree or 48 college hours or paraprofessional assessment

Job description

Paraprofessional (Aide) Position -- Position is at Grayson Highlands School

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant
• Date Posted: 7/28/2026
• Date Available: 08/12/2026

Qualifications:

1. Possess Associate's degree, 48 hours of college coursework or successful Paraprofessional assessment score
2. Demonstrate ability to assist students with academic, physical or behavioral tasks as directed by the teacher
3. Possess willingness to learn specialized instructional/management techniques for students with disabilities
4. Possess or ability to obtain CPR and first aid certification and willingness to maintain necessary training/certifications as directed by school division
5. Demonstrate knowledge of IDEA, FERPA, HIPPA and other federal and state regulations regarding student welfare
6. Demonstrate professional and personal characteristics necessary for effective and positive interactions with students, colleagues, parents and community

Prefer:

1. Experience working with children
2. Training related to working with special needs students

Salary to be determined by Aide Salary Scale, with consideration for education and experience.

Assistant Superintendent

Grayson County Public Schools

412 East Main Street/P.O. Box 888

Independence, VA 24348

Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail] Website: www.grayson.k12.va.us

Application Deadline: Until Filled

Grayson County is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or marital status.

Postings current as of 8/1/2026 6:23:09 PM CST.