Pre-K Special Education Assistant - Toddler Class

Arlington Public Schools • Arlington, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is an hourly position, located at Ashlawn Elementary. All Teachers/Instructional Staff hired after January 15th are considered term employees. This position is a term position that is effective for FY26 through June 18, 2026 only. You would need to re-apply for a position for FY27.

Requirements

• Experience working with students with special needs.
• Experience working in an elementary setting.
• Clear understanding of the educational needs of special education and general education students, which includes, but not limited to, assistance with physical, or sensory needs.
• Must be reliable, dependable, and flexible.
• Assistants must meet the requirements of the NCLB and Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) at the time of hire.
• A high school diploma, and an Associate Degree or two years of college study.
• At least 60 semester hours OR A score of at least 455 on the Parapro Test.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to teachers and to students in general education and special education classrooms.
• Ability to communicate with parents.
• Collaborative team player.
• Willingness to work under teacher direction and supervision.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, parents, and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree