Job Title: InstructionalAssistant (IA)
Location: FrederickCounty Public Schools – Winchester, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Description:
Join a dedicated educational team committed to supportingstudents with diverse learning and behavioral needs. As an InstructionalAssistant, you’ll work under the supervision of special education staff or adesignated supervisor to provide both academic and behavioral support in theclassroom. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate abouteducation and making a positive impact in students’ daily lives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist students with instructional activities and classroom participation
- Support students with behavioral needs using strategies provided by supervising staff
- Provide personal care and mobility assistance as needed
- Follow individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs)
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other school personnel to support student success
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment
- Document student progress and report observations to supervising staff
Qualifications:
- Certification may be required depending on state or contract guidelines
- Current CPR certification (if applicable)
- TB screening (PPD, chest x-ray, or questionnaire as applicable)
- Current health certificate (as required by contract or state regulation)
- Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Willingness to work with students requiring behavioral and/or physical support
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.