Job Title

Instructional Assistant - Early Learning Preschool

Location

Henrico, VA, US

Organization Name

HCPS - Mehfoud Elementary

About Us

Henrico County Public Schools is one of the six largest public school divisions in Virginia with a nationally recognized educational program. Henrico County is a suburban community surrounding the city of Richmond, VA. We are 104 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the east; 94 miles from the scenic Skyline Drive to the west; 106 miles from Washington, D.C. to the north; and 75 miles from the North Carolina border to the south.
Our Mission:
Henrico County Public Schools, an innovative leader in educational excellence, will actively engage our students in diverse educational, social and civic learning experiences that inspire and empower them to become contributing citizens.

General Statement of Duties

Under the guidance of the classroom teacher, the Instructional Assistant provides essential support with the implementation of the instructional program for PreK students.

Essential Duties

• Assists the teacher in implementing the instructional and socialization program for PreK students
• Assists teacher to ensure safe arrival and departure of students each day
• Supervises children during center instruction
• Carries out program activities with small groups of children involving gross motor skills, play activities, teaching personal hygiene and social skills
• Prepares breakfast and lunch for children during center time and supervises students during these meals
• Provides behavioral support to students
• Assists with classroom management and behavior modification
• Assists with field trips, community-based instruction, and other activities
• Assists students with personal care tasks
• Assists with creation, organization, and distribution of instructional materials
• Reports student concerns directly and promptly to the teacher and assists with student resolution
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds frequently and 25 to 50 pounds occasionally, and may assist, move, or restrain students when required to intervene in student safety issues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, lift, walk, stand, and hear.
General knowledge of the practices, methods and techniques used in classrooms; ability to maintain records and confidentiality; ability to operate audio visual, standard office and computer equipment; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, students and administrators. Must be able to follow oral and written directions, maintain order within a classroom independent of the teacher, and possess a working knowledge of computers.
Must hold a Child Development Associate credential or be enrolled in a program that will lead to an associates or bachelors degree or be enrolled in a Child Development Associate credential program to be completed within two years of hire. Associates degree or higher in early childhood education preferred.

Additional Information

The minimum salary for this 10-month/204-day/7.25 hour per day position is $25,072.The annual salary for this position will be prorated based upon the official start date.

How To Apply

To be considered for the listed vacancy, you must submit a complete online application to include:

1. Resume,
   
2. College Transcripts or ParaPro Scores, and
   
3. Three (3) signed written references or reference forms https://henricoschools.us/wp-content/uploads/References.pdf
   

If you are unable to upload the documents, you may mail them to:
Henrico County Public Schools
3820 Nine Mile Road - Attn: Human Resources
Henrico, VA 23223

The School Board of Henrico County is committed to nondiscrimination with regard to sex (including pregnancy), gender, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification), in employment or in its programs and activities.
EOE/Accommodations Upon Request

Minimum Salary

25072

Maximum Salary

Currency

USD

Main Organization

Public Schools Public Schools

Employment Status

Permanent Fulltime Permanent Full-time

Amount of Travel

Work At Home