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Albemarle County Public Schools

Head Start Teaching Assistant (Pre-K) Woodbrook Elementary School- 2025-26 Schoo

Albemarle County Public Schools, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904

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Overview

Head Start Teaching Assistant (Pre-K) at Woodbrook Elementary School for the 2025-26 school year. This role supports the classroom teacher in managing and instructing students, under supervision, with opportunities to independently carry out aspects of the instructional program. Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our diverse society? Albemarle County Public Schools (ACPS) works to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for student success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. ACPS aims to build relationships with families and communities to ensure every student succeeds and we will know every student. ACPS employees enjoy competitive pay and benefits. ACPS is the first public school division in Virginia, and among the first in the country, to develop and implement an Anti-Racism policy focused on building school communities that recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices that create achievement gaps, and support the gifts, talents, and interests of every child. Responsibilities

Carry out instructional plans as designated by the classroom teacher and, if appropriate, the student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP). Carry out follow-up and review lessons. Develop and maintain a pleasant and orderly classroom environment (e.g., manage instructional materials, assist with bulletin boards, support cleanup activities). Assist the teacher in maintaining appropriate classroom behavior and control. With the classroom teacher’s knowledge and approval, carry out appropriate discipline of students. Procure, set up, and operate audio-visual equipment. Assist students in completing learning tasks assigned by the classroom teachers. Assist in related instructional activities (e.g., field trips, library, assemblies) as directed. Assist in the physical movement of students between learning environments. Perform attendance recording and collection of lunch monies as directed. Perform clerical duties such as typing, filing, and duplicating as directed. Supervise students in the lunchroom and during non-instructional periods as directed. Assist with maintenance of students’ records under supervision of the teacher and/or building principal. Assist with toileting, feeding, and positioning of students. Participate in team meetings and support related services transcription and carry-over as applicable (e.g., Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech, Adapted Physical Education, Vision). Performs other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or principal. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to develop and maintain an empathetic attitude toward disabled students; willingness to learn specialized instructional/management techniques; ability to communicate and develop effective working relationships with students, parents, and staff; high school diploma or equivalent and willingness to seek and maintain CPR certification. Education And Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school, including basic keyboard and filing training. Physical Conditions And Nature Of Work Contacts

Duties are performed in school settings (classroom, gym, cafeteria, auditorium, recreation areas). Frequent walking, standing, light lifting up to 40 pounds, and other limited physical activities are required. Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary. Occasional movement of students by wheelchairs and other devices may be required. Occasional lifting of equipment (e.g., audio-visuals up to 50 pounds). Occasional attendance at parent conferences, building-level meetings, and division-wide trainings beyond normal hours. Daily contact with children to provide classroom management and learning support. Regular contact with staff, parents, and medical professionals; occasional interaction with community and division-level staff requiring tact and diplomacy. Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities. Seniority level

Entry level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Education and Training Industries

Education Management

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