Special Education Teaching Assistant - high needs - 2026-2027

John Handley High School; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 25,100 - 38,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Winchester Public Schools, John Handley High School, Winchester, Virginia, seeks a Special Education Teaching Assistant – High Needs for the 2026‑2027 school year. Primary duties include assisting students in an inclusion setting, supporting individualized instruction, and supervising during lunch and activities.

The role requires Title I paraprofessional eligibility, a high school diploma or equivalent, and either 48 college credits, an associate degree, or ETS Parapro certification.

Qualifications

• Must meet Title I paraprofessional requirements.
• Submit proof of highly qualified certification with application.

Responsibilities

• Assist students receiving special education services in inclusion settings.
• Work with individuals or small groups in instructional capacity.
• Supervise students during lunch and other activities.
• Assist with completing necessary paperwork.

Skills

Paraprofessional duties

Student support

Classroom supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 college credit hours

Associate's degree

Parapro Assessment (ETS)

Job description

Special Education Teaching Assistant – High Needs 2026‑2027

Winchester Public Schools, Virginia – John Handley High School, Winchester, Virginia. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

Job ID: 5835379

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

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 and
• Must have met one of the following options:
  • Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 credit hours);
  • Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree;
  • 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

2026-2027 school year.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Sandy Shernick , Human Resources Coordinator
• 598 N. Kent St.
• Winchester, Virginia 22601
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]