Summer School ESY SPSA Instructional Assistant

Arlington Public Schools; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 22,978 - 35,376; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Arlington, Virginia is seeking a Summer School ESY SPSA Instructional Assistant to support students with autism. This position involves assisting students in achieving their IEP goals, collaborating with educators, and managing classroom tasks. Candidates must have a high school diploma and 60 college credits, along with experience with children, especially those with disabilities. This entry-level, full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate and an in-person work model.

Qualifications

• One year working with students who have disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist an individual student as a 1:1 or groups of students with IEP goals.
• Assist with classroom and behavior management plans under teacher guidance.
• Collaborate with school staff and families.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by teacher or coordinator.

Skills

Experience working with children from diverse backgrounds

Knowledge of the needs of students with disabilities

Ability to take initiative appropriately

Flexible and willing to work as a team

Reliable, dependable, flexible, and punctual

Education

Graduation from high school or equivalent education

60 college credits from a regionally accredited college/university

Job description

Summer School ESY SPSA Instructional Assistant

Professional Day and Orientation: July 1, 2, and 3 (3rd is ½ day only)

Program Dates: July 7, 2025 - August 1, 2025

Location: Dorothy Hamm

Model: IN-PERSON SPSA Secondary Program for Students with Autism

Responsibilities

• Assist an individual student as a 1:1 or groups of students with classroom activities and IEP goals under the guidance and direction of a teacher or assignment given by the Office of Special Education.
• Assist with classroom and behavior management plans under teacher guidance and direction.
• Collaborate with school staff, related service providers, student services staff, and families.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by teacher, site‑administrator, or coordinator.

Experience

• Experience working with children from diverse backgrounds.
• One year working with students who have disabilities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent education; and 60 college credits from a regionally accredited college/university; or qualifying score on the ParaPro (455 or better).
• Reliable, dependable, flexible, and punctual.
• Flexible and willing to work as a team.
• Knowledge of the needs of students with disabilities.
• Ability to take initiative appropriately.

Contact Information

Instructions for applying: Prior to applying, ensure that you are able to work for the entirety of the program or that you have a job share arranged. Apply to this job through Winocular. Email Dr. Becca Reid your preferences [e-mail]

Instructions once hired: Once you have been hired, then you will need to sign your Assignment Letter and return it to HR through the link they send you.
You are NOT hired until you return the letter. Ensure you are aware of dates and times you are required to report to the building. Ensure you are aware of orientation and training with Dr. Becca Reid. Questions may be directed to [e-mail]

Salary

• Summer School Assistants who are APS employees during the year will be paid—Hourly rate or $16.68/hr., whichever is higher. (Please note Salary earned relative to summer school employment will not be included in the employee’s creditable compensation amount reported to the Virginia Retirement System (VRS).)
• Retired APS Assistants will be paid $25.68 per hour.
• Non‑APS Assistants will be paid $16.68 per hour.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Primary and Secondary Education