Transition Assistant - Division (2026-2027 School Year)

District Wide; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrisonburg City Public Schools District Wide in Harrisonburg, Virginia is seeking a Transition Assistant to support one student under an IEP, typically on a half-day or full-day schedule for up to one year.

The role requires a high school diploma (college degree preferred), completion of required ASD paraprofessional training within 60 days, and strong interpersonal skills to work with diverse students and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; college degree preferred.
• Virginia General Assembly training for paraprofessionals working with ASD or completion within 60 days of employment (or transfer).
• Experience working with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Familiarity with equity and inclusion frameworks; respect for diversity and differences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the student with the goals defined in the IEP in regular/special education classrooms.
• Inform teachers of information related to the student’s academic/social success.
• Assist with preparation of classroom materials for the student.
• Provide one-on-one tutoring and modeling as needed.
• Attend classes with the student when required; assist with notes and behavior support.
• Assist with data collection and progress monitoring per the IEP/BIP and keep teachers informed.
• Transport student to/from classrooms for medications or specific needs.
• Assist with medical/physical issues as directed by the case manager.
• Learn to connect and use assistive technology.
• Maintain safety procedures and protect students, staff and facilities.
• Participate in staff development and training to keep materials and skills up-to-date.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain equipment.
• Attend required meetings and maintain confidentiality.
• Comply with school division policies and HCPS Strategic Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or lead teacher.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Equity and inclusion

Diversity experience

Education

High School Diploma

College degree preferred

Job description

Transition Assistant - Division (2026-2027 School Year)

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Harrisonburg City Public Schools

Job Details

• Job ID: 5965743
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Oct 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

HARRISONBURG CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY

A Transition Assistant shall be made available to qualifying students who are transitioning from a private day placement to a public school setting as indicated appropriate in their Individualized Education Plan (IEP). This position is assigned to a specific student to support behavior and academic progress in the school setting. Transition assistants typically work with students on a half-day or full-day schedule for up to one year.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency certificate. (College degree preferred.)
• Has completed the Virginia General Assembly training requirements for paraprofessional who are assigned to work with a teacher who has primary oversight of students with Autism Disorder (ASD) or will complete such training within 60 days of employment (or transfer to this role) with Harrisonburg City Public Schools.
• Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Familiarity with equity and inclusion frameworks. Respects the worth, dignity, and individual differences of others.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist the student with the requirements of the regular/special education classroom teachers and the goals defined in his/her I.E.P. (Individualized Educational Plan)
• Inform the regular/special education teachers of any special information or problems about the individual student that relates to his/her academic/social success in their classes. (Behavior checklist may be a part of documentation.)
• Assist the teachers in the preparation of classroom materials that relate to the needs of the student.
• Provide one-on-one academic tutoring/socially appropriate modeling with this student as necessary.
• Attend classes with this student when needed. (Assist with notes, review, behavior modification issues, etc. that will help this student academically and socially.)
• Assist with data collection and progress monitor per the student's IEP or BIP and keep the regular/special education teachers continually informed on the student’s academic and behavioral progress.
• Take students to/from classroom for any necessary medications or specific needs.
• Assist with specific medical/physical issues as directed by the special education case manager.
• Willing to learn how to connect and use assistive technology
• Takes all industry standard precautions to protect students, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assumes responsibility for and participates in staff development (professional growth) and training to keep materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date.
• Follows appropriate safety procedures and properly maintains equipment.
• Actively participates in and attends all required meetings.
• Maintains confidentiality when appropriate.
• Complies with and supports school division policies, regulations, procedures, and the HCPS Strategic Plan.
• Effectively performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or lead teacher.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Light work, lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds frequently. Regular travel throughout the school and effectively interact with students, staff, and community members. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; and subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. Occasional travel with students on field trips as necessary. Attendance at evening and weekend student or staff activities, Parent Teacher Organization meetings, and other functions, as required. Regular contact with staff members and parents/guardians is required. Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

COMPENSATION

$35.00/ Hour

Payment for direct service time only.

Position Type: Temporary

Salary: $35 to $35 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Harrisonburg City Public Schools HR Department
• One Court Square
• Harrisonburg , Virginia 22801
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]