Temporary Exceptional Education Instructional Assistant - Shady Grove Elementary

Henrico County Public Schools; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Henrico County Public Schools is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support classroom teachers and students at Shady Grove Elementary School in Glen Allen, VA. This temporary, hourly position is limited to no more than 29 hours per week and will work under the guidance of a classroom teacher.

Responsibilities include assisting with academics, grading, classroom management, field trips, and student supervision, with possible medical/hygiene support.

Qualifications

• Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Sixty semester hours of college credit or passing scores on the ParaPro Assessment preferred.
• Paraprofessional Autism Certification is required within 60 days of hire. Training is provided by HCPS at no cost.

Responsibilities

• Assists students with academic subjects and documents progress.
• Assists teachers with classroom duties, grading, planning, and tests.
• Supports classroom management and behavior modification.
• Assists with field trips, community-based instruction, and activities.
• May assist with toileting, hygiene, seizures or medical needs as required.
• Functions in assisting mobility needs and loading/unloading bus; operates adaptive equipment.
• Collects data on student performance and progress.
• Assists with instructional materials creation and organization.
• Reports student concerns promptly to the teacher.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sixty semester hours of college credit

ParaPro Assessment passing scores

Paraprofessional Autism Certification within 60 days

Job description

General Information
ID: 2040
Main Organization: Public Schools
Location: Shady Grove Elementary School - 12200 Wyndham Lake Drive, Glen Allen
Minimum Salary: $ 20.49
Posting Date: 09/23/2026
Closing Date: 11-30-2026
Job Status: Hourly/Temporary
General Statement of Duties
Under the guidance of the classroom teacher, the Instructional Assistant provides essential support with the implementation of the instructional program. Requires the protection of sensitive and confidential information. Independent judgment is required. Essential Duties

• Assists students with academic subjects - may assist students one on one, small group or whole class depending on individual qualifications; documents progress
• Assists teachers with classroom duties, including correcting work, recording grades, planning work, and administering tests.
• Assists with classroom management and behavior modification
• Assists with field trips, community-based instruction, and other activities
• May assist with toileting students, changing diapers and general hygiene; may be required to handle seizures and other physical complications; handles various complicated positioning equipment; evaluates pain and discomfort levels; evaluates responses to stimuli.
• Assists students with mobility needs such as, lifting and positioning students, lifting in and out of wheelchairs; and loading and unloading the bus and operates adaptive equipment
• May assist with physical therapeutic training, including range of motion skills, fine motor skills, visual perception and social skills.
• Collects data on student performance and progress
• Assists with creation, organization, and distribution of instructional materials
• Reports student concerns directly and promptly to the teacher and assists with student resolution
• Assist with implementation of behavior management plans
• Assists students on and off the school bus; supervises students at lunch, recess and in the absence of teachers
• Assists with breakfast, lunch and snack, including clean-up
• May be required to assist with student's medical and personal hygiene needs
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Regular attendance is required

Additional Information:
This position is temporary working no more than 29 hours per week. Schedule will be determined by the building principal. Minimum Requirements
Must hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Sixty semester hours of college credit or passing scores on the ParaPro Assessment preferred. Paraprofessional Autism Certification is required within 60 days of hire. Training is provided by HCPS at no cost. Background Check Disclosure

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
• Tuberculosis Screening/Test

EEO Statement
Henrico County Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. EOE/Accommodations Upon Request