Student Support Assistant
Listed on 2026-08-17
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Assistant, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, ABA Therapy / Behavioral Therapy
Job Details
Job Location:
Fairfax
- Fairfax, VA 22030
Salary Range: $29,000.00 - $45,000.00 Salary/year
Title:
Student Support Assistant
- Special Education
Position Type:
Full-time
Location:
Fairfax, Virginia
PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools are private special education day schools for children with emotional and behavioral needs. PHILLIPS has a unique approach to special education. Our programs provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer our employees competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a place where you can learn and grow as a professional, and a warm and friendly environment that lives our values.
In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program!
In coordination with the Behavior Department and Classroom staff, Student Support Assistants provide support as assigned to classroom staff both during the school day and after dismissal.
Additional duties include:
- Assists in assigned classroom by implementing teaching plans and behavior programs.
- Provides individualized instruction and supervision for students on and off campus.
- Assists in large group activities.
- Assists Behavior Staff when available.
- Assists with computer entry of behavior data when needed.
- Checks and restocks supply of point cards, day notes, weekly paychecks, behavior sheets, etc
- Assists staff involved in special projects, i.e., fund raising, inventories, bulk mailing, field trips, off-campus training and the like.
- Bachelor's Degree in psychology, education or related field, highly preferred
- Experience in crisis prevention/intervention required
- Experience in applied behavior analysis, functional assessment, positive behavioral supports, behavior programming and behavioral counseling preferred
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