Special Education Assistant II-Woodbrook Elementary

Special Education Assistant II – Woodbrook Elementary School (2026-27)

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 every child.

The Special Education Assistant II provides support to the instructional program with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care, and instruction of students with special needs; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior; documenting activities and progress; and supporting students’ IEP goals. The Special Education Assistant II will provide extended classroom support and follow‑up for students who receive special services;

monitor and model evidence‑based behavior intervention strategies based on recommendations by the special education teacher or behavior specialist/psychologist; help with data collection and analysis, communicate with the special education teacher and/or behavior specialist regarding further needs, and ensure that behavior interventions are practiced with fidelity. The Special Education Assistant II will be a resource for equitable opportunities for students with challenging behaviors;

maintain the interventions with existing supports in the school and streamline the shift of responsibility to the school staff. The Special Education Assistant II provides para‑professional, clerical, and human support in assisting the classroom teacher in the management and instruction of special education students; and performs related tasks as required and directed. All work is performed under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher;

however, the aide may independently carry out particular aspects of the instructional program including activities outside of the normal school facility.

• Develop and maintain a pleasant and orderly classroom environment (e.g., maintain instructional materials, design bulletin boards, assist cleanup).
• Assist students in completing learning tasks assigned by classroom teachers.
• Lead and/or facilitate teaching of individuals in 1:1, small group, or whole class instruction.
• Carry out instructional plans as designated by the classroom teacher and, if appropriate, the student's Individual Educational Plan (IEP).
• Maintain student training data according to prescribed procedures.
• Assist individual students as necessary to follow routines, directions, and schedules; adhere to daily IEP schedule.
• Procure, set up, and operate audio‑visual equipment.
• Assist in the development and implementation of individual student schedules, sensory program and sensory activities, motor group activities, discrete trial drills, and/or student behavior management plans.
• Create alternative activities for independent work based on teacher‑directed activities.
• Assist in the coordination of school and home supports and work tasks.
• Assist with data collection and facilitating accommodations as required.
• Communicate effectively with special education teachers to help facilitate IEP goals.
• Demonstrate cooperation, openness for growth, and willingness to contribute to a team approach.
• Under supervision, assist in the maintenance of students' records, collection of lunch monies, and related instructional activities (e.g., field trips, library, assembly).
• Monitor attendance, behavior, and suspension data.
• Perform clerical duties such as typing, filing, and duplicating at the direction of the classroom teacher.
• Provide direct support to staff by introducing and modeling research‑based interventions.
• Provide direct support to students by teaching and modeling research‑based interventions and curriculum.
• Coordinate with specialists and school staff to implement behavior curriculum.
• Assist with transition plans and support for students moving between educational settings.
• Develop effective intervention plans and crisis/safety plans with specialists and staff.
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