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Salary: $23,426.00 - $32,611.00 Annually
Location : South Anna Elementary School, Montpelier, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 04119
Department: South Anna Elementary School
Opening Date: 08/19/2026
Description
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides responsible administrative, clerical, and human support in assisting the classroom teacher in the management and instruction of students; performs related tasks as required and directed; all work is performed under the direction and supervision of the classroom teacher, however, the assistant may independently carry out particular aspects of the instructional program. Assists in organizing student's supplies and materials. Ensures everything is in proper place and is readily accessible. Maintains a clean and orderly classroom by helping students in cleaning up equipment after instructional activities and making sure that there is no potential hazard present in the classroom.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Assist teachers with instructional activities in reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies and other classes;
• Reinforce skills taught by the classroom teacher;
• Assist children individually with social/emotional behaviors, including understanding and following directions and rules;
• Assist small groups of children in various subject areas under the direction of the classroom teacher;
• Collect, record and maintain data on students as directed by the teacher;
• Assist teachers in providing for the individual needs, abilities, and interests of the students;
• Assist teachers in implementing daily and long-range lesson plans;
• Assist in the development, preparation and gathering of instructional materials and learning aids;
• Prepare the classroom for instruction;
• Participate in meetings when directed i.e. staff, meetings w/parents, training etc.;
• Monitor students during class, off-site educational trips, lunch, recess, etc.
• Assist students with personal hygiene including toileting as needed;
• Perform related work as required.

Qualifications: KSA's, Education
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in the teaching children including students with special education needs; ability to maintain files and information; ability to deal effectively with students and teachers; skill in the use of classroom and instructional equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students and coworkers. Able to demonstrate excellent communication skills. Ability to operate general office equipment, word processing equipment, and computers to accomplish the work assigned. Have an innate passion in dealing with very young children. Must be able to multitask and be flexible as working with kindergartner's age group is often challenging and unpredictable.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Requirements for Title I School Placements:
Must meet the qualifications of "highly qualified" under No Child Left Behind Act of 2001:

• Has passed the Paraprofessional Assessment with a minimum score of 455 or
• Has a minimum of 48 college credits or
• A minimum of an Associate's Degree.

Assignment placement may require additional training requirements such as and/or specific training on aspects of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
High school diploma and previous experience working with groups of children.
A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Preferred: Associate degree - CDA in Child Development preferred. Prior experience working with groups of children.
Terms of Employment
LOCATION: Assigned School
WORK SCHEDULE: 10 M 7.25 Hrs.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:Teacher
PAYGRADE: 5
SALARY SCALE: Uniform
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
Physical requirements and Disclaimer
PHYSICAL CONDITIONS:
Frequent walking, standing, lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted, and other physical activities are required. Movement of students by wheelchair and other mechanical devices may be required. Occasional lifting of equipment such as audio-visuals, regular standing, sitting, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching and significant pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and various repetitive motions are also required. Must be able to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Work is typically performed in the classroom.
Updated 7/2016/Rev. 7/11 (Posting Review); Hanover County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
Please visit https://hcps.us/departments/human_resources/benefits___compensation for more information on our competitive benefits package. If you have further questions about your benefit status, please contact your recruiter.
The Hanover County School Board does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. The Director for Special Education is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination for access to and implementation of programs under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination regarding personnel matters under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. To contact Hanover County Public Schools by phone, you may call (804) 365-4500.