Special Education Teacher Assistant- Schools
Listed on 2026-07-17
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Elementary School, Special Education Assistant
Special Education Teacher Assistant
- All Schools (2026‑2027 School Year Only)
Position for 2025‑2026 School Year Only
Position: Special Education Instructional Assistant
Reports to: Principal
Contract: 200 Days
Salary Scale: Teacher Assistant
FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
Revised: 9/2010, 1/2021, 6/2022
POSITION SUMMARY: Assist, tutor, and/or support special education student(s) with the requirements of regular/special education classes.
QUALIFICATIONS:- Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency certificate. (College degree preferred.)
- Has completed the Virginia General Assembly training requirements for paraprofessionals 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.
- Experience working directly with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Familiarity with equity and inclusion frameworks, models non‑discriminatory practices in all activities, and respects the worth, dignity and individual differences of others.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to present to diverse audiences to foster professional relationships and express and/or exchange ideas.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in the use of a variety of office/instructional equipment and technology, with experience using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and email.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, teachers, administrators, and the community.
- 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.
- Assist the teachers in the preparation of classroom materials that relate to the needs of this student.
- Provide one‑on‑one academic tutoring/socially appropriate modeling with this student as necessary.
- Attend classes with this student when needed, including notes, review, behavior modification issues, etc., to support academic and social success.
- Keep the regular/special education teachers continually informed on the student’s academic and behavioral progress.
- Assume supervision duties as assigned and work with small groups of special education students as directed.
- Prepare daily attendance/lunch counts and take them to the proper location.
- Take students to/from classroom for any necessary medications.
- Assist with specific medical/physical issues as directed by the teacher (may include toileting support).
- Willing to learn how to connect and use assistive technology.
- Takes all industry standard precautions to protect students, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Maintains appropriate state licensure; assumes responsibility for and participates in staff development 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 the immediate supervisor.
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 the school community. Regular contact with staff members is required. Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
EVALUATION:Performance will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on the evaluation of administrative or licensed personnel.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and meet the demands of this position.
Position Type: Full‑Time
Salary: $25,582 to $42,207 per year
Contact Information- Harrisonburg City Public Schools HR Department
- One Court Square
- Harrisonburg, Virginia 22801
- Phone: 540‑434‑9916
- Email: human resources.va.us
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