Teaching & EDEP Assistant - Stone Robinson Elementary School - 2025-26 School Year

Albemarle Co; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Albemarle County Public Schools seeks a Teaching Assistant and EDEP Assistant for Stone Robinson Elementary School for the 2025-26 school year. The role combines two part-time duties into a full-time position, supporting teachers and the after-school program.

The successful candidate will assist with instruction, manage student behavior, and help with administrative tasks while fostering a positive learning environment for a diverse student body.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Preferred prior work or volunteer experience with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with instruction and student management as part of a team.
• Support in the Extended Day Enrichment Program and after-school activities.
• Perform clerical tasks and help maintain classroom and program records.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and transitions under supervision.

Skills

Empathy toward students

Communication with families

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Teaching & EDEP Assistant - Stone Robinson Elementary School - 2025-26 School Year

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Teaching Assistant & EDEP Assistant
Stone Robinson Elementary School & Extended Day Enrichment Program

Full-Time, 10-Months, VRS-Eligible

This position works fours as a Teaching Assistant at Agnor Elementary and fours at the school's after-school program.

Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? Then look no further!

In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student!

We are the first public school division in Virginia, and among the first in the country, to develop and implement an Anti-Racism policy with the expressed purpose of building school communities that share the responsibility to recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices that result in achievement gaps, and support the unique gifts, talents, and interests of everychild. In ACPS, “all” really means all.

ACPS employees enjoy competitivepayandbenefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellnessprogram, discounts on gym memberships, and more!Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools .

About This Position:

The Teaching Asstant/EDEP Assistant position combines two traditionally part-time roles into a single, full-time position. The Teaching Assistant/EDEP Assistant provides responsible administrative, clerical, and student support in assisting the teacher in the management and instruction of students; performs related tasks as required and directed; all work is performed under the direction and supervision of the teacher, however, the assistant may independently carry out particular aspects of the instructional program that includes activities outside of the normal school facility. Essential functions include, and are not limited to the following:

• Carries out instructional plans as designated by the teacher and, if appropriate, the student's Individual Educational Plan (IEP);
• Carries out follow-up and reviews lessons;
• Develops and maintains pleasant and orderly classroom environment (e.g., maintains instructional materials, designs bulletin boards, assists special education teacher and/or students in activities, clean up, etc.);
• Establishes and maintains high standards of behavior; assists teacher in maintaining appropriate level of classroom behavior and control;
• With teacher's knowledge and approval, carries out appropriate discipline of students;
• Procures, sets up, and operates audio-visual equipment;
• Assists students in completion of learning tasks assigned by teachers;
• Assists teacher in related instructional activities (e.g., field trips, library, assembly, etc.) as directed;
• Assists in physical movement of students from one learning environment to another;
• Performs such duties as attendance recording and collection of lunch monies as directed by classroom teacher;
• Performs such clerical duties as typing, filing, and duplicating at direction of classroom teacher;
• Supervises students in lunchroom or during lunch period; prepares and/or distributes snacks
• Supervises students during free time and other non-instructional periods as directed by teacher;
• Assists in maintenance of students' records;
• Assists with toileting, feeding, and positioning of students;
• Participates in team meetings;
• Assists with medical related duties, i.e. catheterization, gastrointestinal feedings, assistive breathing devices, colostomy and ileostomy needs;
• Assisting with related services, i.e., Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech, Adapted Physical Education, and Vision;
• Establishes and maintains cooperative professional relations with ASEP and school staff;
• Upholds school rules, policies and procedures;
• Participates in Extended Day Programs as assigned;
• Exhibits dependable work habits;
• Exhibits positive public relations;
• Participates in required professional development;
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school including basic keyboard and filing training. Previous work or volunteer experience with children preferred.

Ability to develop and maintain an empathetic attitude toward disabled students; willing to learn specialized instructional/management techniques employed with disabled students; ability to communicate and develop effective working relationships with students, parents, and staff; must be high school graduate or hold equivalence of a high school diploma and required to obtain First Aid and CPR certification.

Physical Conditions & Nature of Work Contacts:Duties performed typically in school settings to include: classroom, gym, cafeteria, auditorium and recreational areas. Frequent walking, standing, light lifting, up to 40 pounds, and other limited physical activities are required. Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required. Occasional lifting of equipment such as audio-visuals weighing up to 50 pounds may be required. Occasional attendance to parent conferences, building-level meetings and division wide meetings and training activities beyond normal assigned hours is necessary. Daily personal close contact with children to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required. Regular contact with other staff members, parents and medical professional may be required. Contacts with community and division-level staff may require considerable tact and diplomacy.

PG 7

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.89 to $21.47 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required