High School Special Education Paraeducator - 26/27 SY
- COURTLAND HIGH SCHOOL
- Spotsylvania, Virginia
- Full Time
High School Special Education Paraeducator - 26/27 SY
Spotsylvania County School District
COURTLAND HIGH SCHOOL - SPOTSYLVANIA, Virginia
This job is also posted in Spotsylvania County Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:5655414
Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:Apr 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:Aug 3, 2026
Job Description
*Advertised salaries are reflective of the 2025-2026 School Year and will be updated after 2026-2027 School Year budget approval.*
The Special Education Paraeducator will assist teachers and other professional practitioners by providing instructional support in self-contained classrooms with students participating in special needs public programs (Alternative Education, Courthouse Academy, ECSE (Early Childhood Special Education), Gateway Academy, and Q.U.E.S.T) whose educational needs are not met by a general education environment.
Essential Job Functions:
Assist students with the organization and completion of daily work assignments
Assist in maintaining a safe, nurturing, and healthy atmosphere, which may include assisting students with social skill development, personal hygiene, toiletry needs/toilet training
Follows established procedures for monitoring and redirecting student behavior when supervising small groups
Maintains and organizes students instructional materials and/or cumulative files
Administer and/or assist with preparing for various assessments for students as necessary
Uses special skills (i.e. sign language, transliterating, advanced computer training) to assist in two-way communication between the teacher and the student as necessary
Performs additional non-instructional duties including, but not limited to, cafeteria duty, bus duty, hall duty, and office duty
Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or designee
Education and Experience:
Required
High School Diploma or GED
A minimum of two (2) years working with children within an instructional, educational or related setting
Ability to successfully complete and maintain a Basic First Aid and CPR certification
Special Requirements:
Special 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 Schools:
Comprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24,000, Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The financial benefits of working for Spotsylvania County Public Schools include a competitive salary, monthly PTO accrual, robust healthcare benefit plans, enrollment or transition into the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with defined contributions and potential employer match, FMLA and Short-Term Disability leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), and employer paid Life Insurance.
To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools, please visit our website at
Employment Terms: Employment may be offered as a 10-Month (185 Day) contract, at a minimum of 7.5 hours worked per day. This position is evaluated annually. Additional compensation awarded for credits earned toward advanced degrees.
Benefits Eligibility: Eligible
Together, we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to the #WeAreSpotsy team.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
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.
Position Type:Contract
Salary:$24,450 to $43,544 Per Year
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Spotsylvania County School District
COURTLAND HIGH SCHOOL - SPOTSYLVANIA, Virginia
This job is also posted in Spotsylvania County Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:5655414
Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:Apr 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:Aug 3, 2026
Job Description
*Advertised salaries are reflective of the 2025-2026 School Year and will be updated after 2026-2027 School Year budget approval.*
The Special Education Paraeducator will assist teachers and other professional practitioners by providing instructional support in self-contained classrooms with students participating in special needs public programs (Alternative Education, Courthouse Academy, ECSE (Early Childhood Special Education), Gateway Academy, and Q.U.E.S.T) whose educational needs are not met by a general education environment.
Essential Job Functions:
Assist students with the organization and completion of daily work assignments
Assist in maintaining a safe, nurturing, and healthy atmosphere, which may include assisting students with social skill development, personal hygiene, toiletry needs/toilet training
Follows established procedures for monitoring and redirecting student behavior when supervising small groups
Maintains and organizes students instructional materials and/or cumulative files
Administer and/or assist with preparing for various assessments for students as necessary
Uses special skills (i.e. sign language, transliterating, advanced computer training) to assist in two-way communication between the teacher and the student as necessary
Performs additional non-instructional duties including, but not limited to, cafeteria duty, bus duty, hall duty, and office duty
Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or designee
Education and Experience:
Required
High School Diploma or GED
A minimum of two (2) years working with children within an instructional, educational or related setting
Ability to successfully complete and maintain a Basic First Aid and CPR certification
Special Requirements:
Special 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 Schools:
Comprised of 31 schools and home to a diverse student population of over 24,000, Spotsylvania County Public Schools is one of the largest School Divisions in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
The financial benefits of working for Spotsylvania County Public Schools include a competitive salary, monthly PTO accrual, robust healthcare benefit plans, enrollment or transition into the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with defined contributions and potential employer match, FMLA and Short-Term Disability leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), and employer paid Life Insurance.
To learn more about Spotsylvania County Public Schools, please visit our website at
Employment Terms: Employment may be offered as a 10-Month (185 Day) contract, at a minimum of 7.5 hours worked per day. This position is evaluated annually. Additional compensation awarded for credits earned toward advanced degrees.
Benefits Eligibility: Eligible
Together, we prepare our students for their future. We look forward to welcoming you to the #WeAreSpotsy team.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
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.
Position Type:Contract
Salary:$24,450 to $43,544 Per Year
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Job ID: 518021884
Originally Posted on: 4/20/2026
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