Instructional Assistant II - Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders (2026-2027 SY)

Alexandria City Pub Sch Dist • Alexandria, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant II (Autism - Special Education) assists in the specialized instruction of students with autism spectrum disorders under the supervision of a licensed teacher in a special education classroom. This role involves observing and documenting student progress, implementing instructional plans, and reinforcing skills. The assistant also implements behavioral plans as directed by the teacher. This is a 10-month support position reporting to the School Principal, with one vacancy at William Ramsay Elementary School.

Requirements

• 48 college credits or an Associate of Arts (AA) degree, or be able to demonstrate college-level skills in spelling, reading, writing, and math by passing a proficiency test.
• Experience and/or additional training in the instruction of students with autism spectrum disorders.
• Formal training or certification in ABA is highly preferred.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test.
• Must follow safety and health protocols.

Nice To Haves

• Formal training or certification in ABA is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the specialized instruction of students with autism spectrum disorders under the supervision of a licensed teacher.
• Observes and documents student progress using objective measures and records data as directed by the teacher.
• Implements plans for instruction and reinforcement of skills.
• Implements behavioral plans as directed by the teacher.
• Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials to provide an opportunity for the student to participate in classroom activities.
• Implements intervention strategies and supports (visual aids, prompting strategies, reinforcement systems, communication tools, etc.) as directed by the teacher to address student goals.
• Confers with teachers on a regular basis to assist in evaluating student progress and/or implementing IEP goals.
• Implements academic instruction taught by a teacher to meet learning goals, as described by an IEP.
• Implements strategies to maximize practice opportunities for social and communication skills and emotional regulation to promote short and long-term independence as directed by the teacher.
• Implements behavioral plans designed by the IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions to meet special education students’ needs and provide a consistent environment.
• Maintains instructional materials and/or student files/records (e.g. adapting instructional materials).
• Accepts feedback from teachers and related service providers to ensure accurate and consistent implementation of educational techniques or strategies.
• Communicates and collaborates to foster a positive learning environment.
• Effectively communicates with adults and students.
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Benefits

• Hourly wage $20.10 to $24.73 an hour
• Eligible for overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Opportunity to participate in online instructional modules for training at no cost to the employee.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree