Special Education Support Aide

Fairfax County Public Schools; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 301,677 - 408,154; Full time

Job summary

Fairfax County Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Instructional Assistant to support teachers in elementary settings. The role covers curricular, instructional, clerical, and student-support tasks, with duties including implementing instructional plans and monitoring student behavior.

This 191‑day contract is full-time with monthly pay, starting at $31,803. It requires a high school diploma or GED and experience with children; advanced degrees may be considered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience working with children or equivalent.
• Advanced degrees may be considered for some experience.
• For Title I assignments: associate degree or 2 years college or demonstrated reading, writing, math abilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs curricular, instructional, clerical, and support tasks to assist teachers and other staff.
• Works with teachers to provide instructional or developmental activities for general or special education students.
• Supports remedial instruction and helps students needing extra attention.
• Assists with maintaining classroom order and implementing behavior plans.
• Proctors tests, manages instructional materials, and records progress.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 2 years college

Advanced degrees may be considered

Job description

Fairfax County Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Instructional Assistant to support teachers in elementary settings. The role covers curricular, instructional, clerical, and student-support tasks, with duties including implementing instructional plans and monitoring student behavior.

This 191‑day contract is full-time with monthly pay, starting at $31,803. It requires a high school diploma or GED and experience with children; advanced degrees may be considered.