Special Education Teaching Assistant - high needs - 2026-2027

Winchester Public Schools; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Winchester Public Schools in Winchester, VA is seeking a Title I paraprofessional to assist students in an inclusion setting. Under the direction of the principal and classroom teacher, you will support individuals or small groups during instruction and help supervise students during lunch and activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with options including two years of college (48 credits) or an associate degree, or Parapro ETS.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent.
• Option: Two years of college (48 credits) or an associate degree or Parapro ETS.
• Proof of highly qualified certification must be attached to your application.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in small groups or individually in instructional settings.
• Support inclusion classroom activities and follow the teacher's guidance.
• Supervise students during lunch and other activities.
• Assist in completing necessary paperwork and documentation.

Skills

Inclusion classroom support

Student supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college (48 credits)

Associate degree or higher

Parapro Assessment (ETS)

Job description

Summary

Primary responsibility is providing assistance to students receiving special education services in an inclusion classroom. As directed by the principal and classroom teacher, the teaching assistant will also: work with individual or small groups of students in an instructional capacity, supervise students during other activities such as lunch, and assist in completing necessary paperwork.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the requirements for a Title I paraprofessional, including:

Must have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent.

Must Have Met One Of The Following Options

• Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 credit hours); or
• Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree; or
• Have passed the Parapro Assessment through ETS.
• Proof of highly qualified certification must be attached to your application to be considered for this position.

Salary

Range for 2026-2027 is $19.57 to $30.14 per hour plus full benefits package.

Workday

Full time/10 month (183 days) position, 7 hours per day

Location

John Handley High School

Start Date

Upon Hire