SPED Assistant - Temporary - 1 year only

Division-wide; Chatham (VA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a full-time SPED Assistant to provide support to special education students in Chatham, Virginia. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and possess effective communication skills. While experience working with children is preferred, it is not mandatory. This role involves assisting students with their needs and maintaining confidentiality. This is a temporary position for one year, with no benefits provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Experience with children preferred but not mandatory.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs. to shoulder height occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Assist identified special education students with their needs.
• Track data related to special education students.
• Respond to inquiries about special education students.

Skills

Experience working with children

Effective communication skills

Motivation and multitasking

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description

SPED Assistant - Temporary - 1 year only, Pittsylvania County Schools Division-wide - Chatham, Virginia.

Job Details

Job ID: 4939424

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Dec 17, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Experience working with children preferred but not required
• Highly motivated; able to multitask
• Demonstrates effective communication skills
• Able to lift 40 lbs. to shoulder height occasionally

Essential Job Functions

• Assists with identified special education students in areas of noted deficits and will work toward eliminating the child’s need for additional assistance
• Generates and track data relative to identified special education student
• Responds to inquiries by staff, parents, or patrons relative to identified special education students

Other Job Functions

• Maintains confidentiality
• Attends meetings and trainings as directed
• Presents and communicates in a professional manner
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Terms of Employment

Ten month employment with no benefits / no annual contract.

PLEASE NOTE

• Pittsylvania County Schools reserves the right to fill positions pursuant to School Board Policy GBN, Staff Hiring Procedures.