Special Education Teacher Assistant - Impactful Support

Loudoun County Public Schools; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 30,954 - 34,825; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools seeks a classroom aide to support teachers of students with physical or intellectual disabilities. You will assist with instructional duties, prepare classroom materials, supervise students, learn and apply behavior management techniques, and provide assistance with personal hygiene and physical care as required.

Your day includes collecting student data, maintaining discipline in the teacher's absence, implementing behavior modification plans, and operating

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience assisting teachers and working with children preferred.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and support instructional objectives.

Responsibilities

• Collect and record student data such as skill practice and toileting.
• Provide discipline in the absence of the teacher and maintain consistency with procedures.
• Implement behavior modification plans.
• Support speech and language activities as directed by the therapist and engage students in language development.
• Supervise learning centers and assist students with materials.
• Participate in classroom activities and games.
• Operate computer and audiovisual equipment such as DVDs, data projectors, or smartboards.

Skills

Follow lesson plans

Work with children one-on-one

Behavior management

Classroom supervision

Adapt to diverse abilities

Operate classroom technology

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Loudoun County Public Schools seeks a classroom aide to support teachers of students with physical or intellectual disabilities. You will assist with instructional duties, prepare classroom materials, supervise students, learn and apply behavior management techniques, and provide assistance with personal hygiene and physical care as required.

Your day includes collecting student data, maintaining discipline in the teacher's absence, implementing behavior modification plans, and operating