Instructional Assistant

About the Role

As an Instructional Assistant at Nottoway County Public Schools, you will serve as a vital support partner to teachers and administrators. Your primary mission is to facilitate a positive learning environment by providing routine clerical and instructional assistance within established procedures. This role is designed to meet the specific needs of the students and departments you serve, requiring a blend of judgment, tact, and professionalism.

You will work closely with educators to support students through one-to-one, small group, or whole-class instruction. Beyond the classroom, you will handle sensitive student information and maintain open, respectful communication with parents, staff, and the broader community. While performing work under the direction of teachers and administrators, you will exercise a degree of independence and judgment to ensure the smooth operation of daily school activities.

Hiring Process & Application Instructions

To be considered for this 10-month position, candidates must meet the "Highly Qualified" status by completing two years of higher education (60 credit hours), obtaining an associate's degree or higher, or passing the ParaPro Assessment. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age and hold a high school diploma or GED.

Application Steps:

1. Submit Documents: Applicants must provide undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable) and two written references from current or previous supervisors (or a supervising teacher/professor if no work history exists).
2. Submit Application: Applications can be submitted online via the Nottoway County Public Schools portal, where documents can be uploaded. Alternatively, completed applications may be hand-delivered to the School Board Office at 10321 East Colonial Trail Hwy, Crewe, VA, or mailed to the care of Melissa Chamberlain, PO Box 47, Nottoway, VA 23955.
3. Background Checks: Before an offer can be finalized, successful outcomes are required for a Tuberculosis Screening, FBI Criminal History Investigation, State Police Criminal History Investigation, and Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation.
4. Training: Selected candidates must attend provided training and maintain current First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nottoway County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks of this position. The administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary to meet the needs of the school division.