What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Assistant Exceptional Education position at HCPS - Brookland Middle?
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
Performs other duties as assigned
Regular attendance is required
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. 42 semester hours from an accredited college or university preferred.
Additionally,
- Paraprofessional autism certification is required or must be completed within 60-days of hire. Provided by HCPS at no cost, and
- Within 60 days of hire, must obtain a passing score - 455 or higher on the ParaPro Assessment (https://www.ets.org/parapro for testing information).
Additional Information
The minimum salary for this 10-month/204-day/7.25 hour per day position is $26,879. 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,
- Official or unofficial transcripts,
Copies of your Praxis scores (if available)
If you are unable to upload the documents, you may mail, fax, or hand-deliver the requested documents to:
Henrico County Public Schools
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
26879
Maximum Salary
Currency
USD
Main Organization
Public Schools
Public Schools
Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime
Permanent Full-time
Salary : $26,879