Special Education Teaching Assistant – Classroom Support

Loudoun County Public Schools -VA; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools is seeking a Teacher Assistant, Special Education (Cross Category) at Freedom High School in Chantilly, Virginia. The role involves supporting teachers of students with physical or intellectual disabilities, preparing materials, supervising students, and assisting with personal care as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and experience as a teacher aide or with children, with a focus on following lesson plans and adapting to diverse student

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience as a teacher aide or with children.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Collect student data such as skill practice, seizures, and toileting.
• Provide discipline in the absence of the teacher following established procedures.
• Implement behavior modification plans.
• Support speech therapy activities and language development.
• Supervise learning centers and assist with materials.
• Participate in classroom activities and discussions.
• Operate computers and audiovisual equipment used in class.

Skills

Follow lesson plans

Work with individuals/small groups

Lift and assist students

Adapt to diverse student needs

Operate AV equipment

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Video equipment

Medical procedures (basic)

Job description

Loudoun County Public Schools is seeking a Teacher Assistant, Special Education (Cross Category) at Freedom High School in Chantilly, Virginia. The role involves supporting teachers of students with physical or intellectual disabilities, preparing materials, supervising students, and assisting with personal care as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and experience as a teacher aide or with children, with a focus on following lesson plans and adapting to diverse student