MIPA Summer School Instructional Assistant Elementary (Innovation)

Arlington Public Schools • Arlington, VA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

2026 ESY MIPA Instructional Assistant
MIPA INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT AT INNOVATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Summer School Dates: July 6, 2026 through July 31, 2026
Important Note: Professional Days and Orientation: July 1st and 2nd
Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or equivalent education; and
60 college credits from a regionally accredited college/university; or
A qualifying score on the ParaPro (455 or better).
Preferred:
Reliable, dependable, flexible, and punctual.
Flexible and willing to work as a team.
Knowledge of the needs of students with disabilities.
Ability to take initiative appropriately.
Experience:
Experience working with children from diverse backgrounds.
One year working with students who have disabilities
Responsibilities Include:
Assist individuals or groups of students with classroom activities under the guidance and direction of a teacher.
Assist with classroom and behavior management plans under teacher guidance and direction.
Collaborate with school staff, related service providers, student services staff, and families.
Perform other tasks as assigned by teacher, site-administrator, or coordinator
Considerations for hire:
All applicants must complete a pre-interview questionnaire linked here https://forms.gle/kmrwV2F6FeD72eDq9
Once you have been hired, then you will need to sign your contract and return it to HR through the link they send you. You are NOT hired until you return the letter.
Ensure you are aware of dates and times you are required to report to the building.
Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy G-2.30, Employee Relations – Equal Employment Opportunity - that “Employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on the basis of race, national origin, creed, color, religion, gender, age, economic status, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and/or disability."

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent education; and
• 60 college credits from a regionally accredited college/university; or
• A qualifying score on the ParaPro (455 or better).
• Experience working with children from diverse backgrounds.
• One year working with students who have disabilities

Nice To Haves

• Reliable, dependable, flexible, and punctual.
• Flexible and willing to work as a team.
• Knowledge of the needs of students with disabilities.
• Ability to take initiative appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals or groups of students with classroom activities under the guidance and direction of a teacher.
• Assist with classroom and behavior management plans under teacher guidance and direction.
• Collaborate with school staff, related service providers, student services staff, and families.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by teacher, site-administrator, or coordinator

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED