Teaching Assistant - Special Education - Peninsula

RITI; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support individuals with developmental disabilities. This role involves providing personalized instruction, facilitating recreational activities, and collaborating with team members to help students achieve their educational and life goals. With a focus on work-life balance and professional growth, this position offers a supportive environment for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children. Join a team that values training and development while contributing to meaningful change in the community.

Benefits

Paid Instructional Breaks

Sick and Vacation Accruals

Tuition Assistance

Healthcare Benefits

403B Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Opportunities for Advancement

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate or Bachelor degree preferred.
• Experience with cognitive and physical disabilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in one-on-one or small group settings.
• Support students during off-campus activities.
• Collect data to monitor student progress.

Skills

Instructional Support

Data Collection

Behavior Management

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Bachelor Degree

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Special Education - Peninsula

Join us at RITI as a Teaching Assistant - Special Education - Peninsula.

Job Overview

At The Faison Center, we are dedicated to creating life-changing opportunities for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. As a Teaching Assistant at our Richmond campus, you will implement instructional and communication development activities, assess progress, and support key skills for growth.

Who We Are Looking For

If you aspire to help children with developmental challenges, are interested in becoming a teacher, or a clinician in behavioral health, The Faison Center is the ideal place for you. We value our employees, offer training, and promote work-life balance. A BS or BA degree or related experience is preferred.

Benefits for Full-Time Staff

• Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Paid instructional breaks (~28 days per year)
• Sick and vacation accruals
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Healthcare, dental, vision, 403B retirement plan with employer contributions, and other insurances
• Employee discount programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for advancement

Job Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in one-on-one or small group settings
• Facilitate participation in recreational and physical activities
• Support students during off-campus activities
• Collect data to monitor student progress
• Collaborate with team members to help students achieve educational and life goals
• Assist with activities of daily living, including hygiene and toileting
• Support individuals displaying disruptive, aggressive, or self-injurious behaviors

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate or Bachelor degree preferred
• Experience working with individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities is a plus, but a strong desire to make a difference is most important

Additional Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Education Administration Programs