Spotsylvania County Public Schools is seeking a student-focused dedicated hourlyParaeducatorsto assist teachers and other professional practitionersby providing instructional support in self-contained classrooms with students who have special needs Autism Developmental Delays Multiple Disabilities Learning Support and Behavior Support whoseeducational needs are not met by a general education environment.Essential Job FunctionsAssist students with the organization and completion of daily work assignmentsAssist in maintaining a safe nurturing and healthy atmosphere which may include assisting students with social skill development personal hygiene toiletry needstoilet trainingFollows established procedures for monitoring and redirecting student behavior when supervising small groupsMaintains and organizes students instructional materials andor cumulative filesAdminister andor assist with preparing for various assessments for students as necessaryUses special skills i.e. sign language transliterating advanced computer training to assist in two-way communication between the teacher and the student as necessaryPerforms additional non-instructional duties including but not limited to cafeteria duty bus duty hall duty and office dutyClickhereto read the full Job Description for this role.Education and ExperienceRequiredHigh School Diploma or GEDPreferredAssociates Degree from an accredited college or universityA minimum of two 2 years working with children within an instructional educational or related settingSpecial RequirementsSpecial education teachers assigned to work with students with emotional disabilities should have been trained in MANDT methodology and should receive additional training as appropriate annually.About Spotsylvania County Public SchoolsComprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24000 Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia.So what sets us apart Choosing SCPS means joining a highly collaborative team of professionals who inspire challenge and support one another to be their very best everyday. As a team member you become part of something much bigger - Your success directly influencesour students success. Here YOU make a difference.To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools please visit our website athttpswww.spotsylvania.k12.va.us.Employment TermsThis position is classified as anas hourly support role. The schedule for this position will be considered part-time and structured on an hourly as needed basis. This position is evaluated annually.Benefits EligibilityEligible Bronze Minimum Value PlanTogether we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to theWeAreSpotsyteam._____Spotsylvania County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to non-discrimination in the workplace.Criminal record and background checks will be completed after an offer is made.A workplace that values unique perspectives fosters belonging and ensures opportunities for all to thrive.