Required

• Graduation from high school or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• One (1) year of experience working with children as a volunteer or paid employee, or equivalent participation in any teacher education introductory course with the provision of documented support.
  • Advanced degree(s) beyond the minimum degree requirement in a relevant field may be considered for some experience.
• For assignments to Title I schools:
  • Associate degree; OR
  • Two years of college (48 credit hours); OR
  • Meet a rigorous standard of quality demonstrated through a state or local academic assessment knowledge of, and the ability to assist with, reading, writing, and mathematics instruction.
• Knowledge and understanding of child growth and development.
• Knowledge of instructional procedures and practices applicable to assignment;
• Knowledge of subject matter reinforcement practices of the classes to which assigned.
• Ability to implement teachers' instructional plans in assigned field.
• Ability to work effectively with students and staff.
• Ability to assist with the implementation of an instructional program and related technology, and to participate in monitoring and ensuring appropriate student behavior.
• Ability to learn and apply the instructional goals and policies of Fairfax County Public Schools.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and to perform all required tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Preferred

• For assignments to non-Title I schools:
  • Associate degree; OR
  • Two years of college (48 credit hours); OR
  • Meet a rigorous standard of quality demonstrated through a state or local academic assessment knowledge of, and the ability to assist with, reading, writing, and mathematics instruction.