Encircle·Lynchburg, Virginia
Assist teachers with classroom management, academic instruction, and the implementation of behavioral intervention plans for students with special needs. Maintain student records and provide supervision and instruction when the lead teacher is absent.
Our Assistant Teacher is primarily responsible for assisting with student instruction and behavioral supports in the Minnick Schools – a system of private day schools for students with special needs. We are looking for motivated individuals that desire to affect positive change in young people’s lives through daily classroom and community-based instruction.
This role requires driving, therefore a "clean driving record" is critical.
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.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday – 8:00AM-4:00PM.
DRIVING SPECIFIC (The following list may or may not be all inclusive at time of posting):
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.
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.
To give equal employment and advancement opportunities to all people, we make employment decisions at enCircle based on each person’s performance, qualifications, and abilities. EnCircle does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
As part of the Company’s EEO commitment, we will also provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable law. The Company will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so that they can perform the essential functions of the job unless doing so would cause significant difficulty or expense — i.e., an undue hardship. Similarly, the Company will also make reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of a person related to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship.
If you seek an accommodation because of a medical condition or impairment, or related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, please notify Human Resources so we can evaluate your request. Please cooperate with the Company as to any information needed so we can assess your request for an accommodation.
As part of our EEO commitment, the Company will also reasonably accommodate an employee whose sincerely held religious belief, practice or observance conflicts with a work rule or requirement unless doing so would impose more than a de minimis cost or burden.
Please inform Human Resources if you seek an accommodation based on a religious belief. The Company will not take any adverse action or tolerate any retaliation against a person who requests or uses a reasonable accommodation.
00AM-4:00PM.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience working with students receiving special education or mental health services. Must possess basic computer skills and a valid Virginia driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
Market context
Assistant Teacher roles in Virginia are commonly tied to steady demand in schools and child care settings, especially where staffing support is needed in classrooms. These positions are competitive because employers often look for candidates who can meet licensing steps, including a TB test and background check, and who can handle the physical demands of the job. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your high school diploma or equivalent and gather any licensing documents before applying.