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


**This position is for the remainder of the 2022-23 school year only.

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 guidance of the teacher, this individual assists with all aspects of instructional programming including helping to produce instructional materials, maintain the smooth functioning of the classroom, prepare the classroom for instruction, and work with individual students or small groups when assigned.
  • Monitors students as designated
  • Provides one on one instruction with students when directed by the teacher
  • Assists with field trips, community-based instruction, and other activities
  • Assists with instruction as supervised by the teacher
  • Assists students with special hygiene, mobility, feeding matters when assigned
  • Collects data on student performance and progress directed by the teacher
  • Assists with collecting and distributing materials as directed by teacher
  • Assist with implementation of behavior management plans as directed by teacher
  • 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, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and

  • Passing score - 455 or higher on the ParaPro Assessment (HCPS website for testing information),
    or


  • A minimum of 60 credit hours from an accredited college/university;
    and

  • 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 an online application, upload your resume, three (3) signed written references
https://henricoschools.us/wp-content/uploads/References . pdf college transcripts or Parapro Assessment scores and autism training certificate to:
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 .
Henrico County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age 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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