Instructional Assistant Exceptional Education

Full Time
Henrico, VA
Posted
Job description
About Us


Henrico County Public Schools is one of the six largest public school divisions in Virginia with a nationally recognized educational program. Henrico County is a suburban community surrounding the city of Richmond, VA. We are 104 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the east; 94 miles from the scenic Skyline Drive to the west; 106 miles from Washington, D.C. to the north; and 75 miles from the North Carolina border to the south.

Our Mission:

Henrico County Public Schools, an innovative leader in educational excellence, will actively engage our students in diverse educational, social and civic learning experiences that inspire and empower them to become contributing citizens.



General Statement of Duties


Under the guidance of the Exceptional Education teacher, provides instructional or behavioral support to allow special education students to achieve instructional or behavioral goals and objectives.


Essential Duties


Under the direct supervision of the classroom teacher the Instructional Assistant:

  • Provides one on one instruction or tutoring with students


  • Assists with classroom management and behavior modification

  • Assists with field trips, community-based instruction, and other activities

  • Assists students with personal care tasks, including but not limited to, hygiene, diapering, toileting and wash-up routines

  • 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

  • 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 with breakfast, lunch and snack, including clean-up

  • May be required to assist with student’s medical needs

  • Performs other duties as assigned




Minimum Qualifications


General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in special education classrooms; ability to maintain records and confidentiality; ability to operate audio visual, standard office and computer equipment; ability to operate adaptive equipment; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students and administrators.

Must be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 60 semester hours from an accredited college or university or passing ParaPro scores.

Additionally,


  • Paraprofessional autism certification is
    required
    or must be completed within 60-days of hire. Provided by HCPS at no cost



Additional Information


The minimum salary, $22,618 ($15.29 per hour) is based on a 204 day assignment, working 7.25 hours per day.

The annual salary for this position will be prorated based upon the official start date.


How To Apply


To be considered for the listed vacancy, you must submit a complete online application to include:

  • Resume,

  • College Transcripts or ParaPro Scores,
    and

  • Three (3) signed written references or reference forms
    https://henricoschools.us/wp-content/uploads/References.pdf

If you are unable to upload the documents, you may mail them to:
Henrico County Public Schools
3820 Nine Mile Road - Attn: Human Resources
Henrico, VA 23223

The School Board of Henrico County is committed to nondiscrimination with regard to sex (including pregnancy), gender, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification), in employment or in its programs and activities.

EOE/Accommodations Upon Request


Minimum Salary
22618


Maximum Salary


Currency
USD



Main Organization
Public Schools

Public Schools

Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime

Permanent Full-time

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