Assistant Teacher

About the role

The Assistant Teacher assists with student instruction and behavioral supports in the Minnick Schools, a system of private day schools for students with special needs. The role requires driving, hence a "clean driving record" is critical.

Responsibilities

• Aid in classroom management and academic instruction.
• Implement behavior intervention plans and strategies as directed.
• Obtain Safety Care certification and implement Safety Care strategies to respond to and de-escalate negative behaviors.
• Maintain student records and assigned documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
• Maintain professional boundaries in all interactions with students and staff.
• Assist classroom teachers with supervision of students and provide instruction and supervision when the teacher is not present.
• Attend staff meetings, parent meetings, and IEP meetings as requested.
• Arrive at work regularly and arrive in a timely fashion.
• Communicate professionally and convey dignity and respect to students, parents, co-workers, and other professionals.

Requirements and Prerequisites

• High School diploma/GED with at least one year’s experience in working with students who receive special education services, mental health, or other direct services.
• Basic computer skills and experience using Microsoft Office.
• Valid Virginia Drivers' License and proof of insurance if assigned driver.
• Satisfactory Driving Record.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $16.40 per hour.
• Health coverage options: medical, dental, vision, disability, life, accident, hospital, critical illness, pet.
• Financial benefits: 401(k) with match, retention bonus, early wage access via DailyPay.
• Time off & well-being support: sick days, employee assistance program & chaplain services, educational assistance, professional development, Calm app access (for you, friends & family).

Minimum Education, Training, Requirements and Prerequisites

• High School diploma/GED with minimum of one year’s experience in working with students who receive special education services, mental health and/or other direct services.
• Basic computer skills and experience working with Microsoft Office.
• Valid Virginia Drivers' License and proof of insurance if assigned driver.
• Satisfactory Driving Record.

Driving Specific

To be eligible for this position, candidates must not have any of the following violations within the last 5 years:

• Reckless driving, including speeding 20mph or more over the posted speed limit.
• Driving under the influence/impaired/intoxicated or refusing a blood/breath test.
• Manslaughter or negligent homicide.
• Driving after being declared a habitual offender.
• Driving on a suspended or revoked license.
• Driving a commercial motor vehicle while disqualified, under the influence, with a blood alcohol level of .04 or higher, refusing a blood/breath test, or violating an out-of-service order.
• Injuring a person while racing - felony.
• Failure to stop at the scene of a crash where there is injury, death, or property damage of $1000 or more.
• Emergency vehicle violation - death.
• Vehicular assault or willful stopping, impeding, or damaging a vehicle.
• Blocking access to the service facility.
• Attempting to elude police.
• Operating an unsafe vehicle.
• Vulnerable Road User – Death.

Candidates must not have any of the following violations within the last 3 years:

• Passing a stopped school bus.
• Careless driving.
• Three or more minor moving violations within the last three years.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Aid in classroom management and academic instruction.
• Implement behavior intervention plans and strategies as directed.
• Obtain Safety Care certification and implement Safety Care strategies to respond to and de-escalate negative behaviors.
• Maintain student records and assigned documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and school personnel information.
• Maintain professional boundaries in all interactions with students and staff.
• Assist classroom teachers with supervision of students and provide instruction and supervision when the teacher is not present.
• Attend staff meetings, parent meetings, and IEP meetings as requested.
• Arrive at work regularly and arrive in a timely fashion.
• Communicate professionally and convey dignity and respect to students, parents, co-workers, and other professionals.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday – 8:00AM-4:00PM.

Pay

Competitive pay starting at $16.40 per hour.

Schedule

Monday-Friday – 8:00AM-4:00PM.