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Teacher Assistant Job Fair

 

Looking for meaningful work supporting students? Come explore Teacher Assistant opportunities with SECEP! Whether you’re seeking a full-time position or part-time work, we’d love to meet you.

 

Full-Time and Part-Time Positions Available

 

Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

 

Location: SH Clarke Academy
                2801 Turnpike Rd
                Portsmouth, VA 23707

 

 

JOB SUMMARY

Special Education Teacher Assistants report directly to the building principal and work under the guidance of certified teachers to support students with diverse learning, emotional, physical, and behavioral needs.  The assistant plays a vital role in facilitating daily classroom instruction and ensuring a safe, supportive learning environment. Responsibilities include providing one-on-one and small-group instructional support, assisting with behavioral interventions, and offering physical assistance as needed. The assistant also monitors and documents student progress and behavior, reporting observations to the supervising teacher and administration.  Additional duties include supporting classroom management, maintaining a safe and structured environment, assisting with personal hygiene and toileting needs, supporting student mobility, and addressing students’ basic personal care requirements.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Has graduated from High School or holds a GED certificate.
• Has the physical ability to work effectively with challenging behavior.
• The incumbent may be asked to travel between multiple school locations and SECEP facilities as required to perform the essential functions of the position.
• The employee must also be able to walk extended distances within school buildings and across school campuses as necessary to fulfill job responsibilities.
• May be required to lift, carry, or move items weighing 10 pounds or more as necessary to perform job-related duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates the ability to organize, utilize, and/or create materials for student instruction.
• Is resourceful and creative when assisting the teacher in student programming.
• Assists the teacher in the daily schedule by adhering to classroom and program procedures.
• Assists in the delivery of the instructional program.
• Accurately completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Complies with requests of the teacher/teaching team.
• Takes care of equipment and supplies.
• Actively participates in student instruction.
• Shows initiative in performing duties.
• Willing to transport students in own vehicle as safety dictates.
• Demonstrates a professional working relationship with the teacher/teaching team.
• Interacts in a professional manner with students.
• Exhibits ability to work with individuals and small groups.
• Maintains professional relationships.
• Is a positive role model.
• Complies with program/site health and safety procedures.
• Informs appropriate staff of student health/safety concerns.
• Reports to work at the designated time.
• Complies with SECEP attendance requirements.
• Accepts constructive criticism and initiates appropriate changes.
• Adheres to SECEP/site rules and regulations.
• Uses discretion in confidential matters.
• Attends required meetings regularly and promptly.
• Employs appropriate conflict resolution strategies.
• Submits completed documents on time.
• Complies with dress code.
• Exhibits flexibility in performing duties.
• Follows program procedures in crisis situations.
• Models moral and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions.
• Performs related work as required.

 

To Apply: All applications, resumes, 3 professional references, transcripts, and supporting documentation for this position must be submitted to the Director of Human Resources. Separate applications are required for all administrative positions. Application forms may be secured on the SECEP website: www.secep.net.

 

SECEP is a regional public school serving the Southside Hampton Roads Community. The organization provides a formal structure through which the participating school systems can plan and operate programs for children with special needs.