Arlington Public Schools·Virginia
Provide support to teachers and students in both general and special education classroom settings. Collaborate effectively with staff, parents, and children while working under teacher supervision.
Human Resources announces a temporary hourly Special Education Assistant position located at Abingdon Elementary.
• Hourly rate of $27.15/hr.
Arlington Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of the Arlington School Board, as stated in Policy G-2.30, Employee Relations – Equal Employment Opportunity - that “Employment opportunities shall not be restricted, abridged or otherwise adversely affected on the basis of race, national origin, creed, color, religion, gender, age, economic status, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and/or disability.”
Requires a high school diploma and an associate degree or two years of college study (60 semester hours). Candidates must have experience working with students with special needs and meet NCLB/ESEA requirements.
Market context
Special education assistant roles in Virginia typically require documented education, student-support experience, and compliance with NCLB/ESEA qualifications, making candidates who meet all criteria more competitive. This Abingdon position lists a high school diploma plus an associate degree or 60 semester hours, along with experience supporting students with special needs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original job description to save research time, then confirm your coursework and experience before applying.