What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Assistant - Special Education - Peninsula position at The Faison Center?
Description
Teaching Assistant - Special Education - Peninsula School
Newport News, VA
At The Faison Center, we change lives daily. Our mission is to create transformative opportunities for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. As a Teaching Assistant on our Richmond campus, you’ll play a vital role in delivering personalized instruction, supporting communication development, and helping students reach key milestones.
If you’re passionate about working with children with developmental challenges—and exploring a future in teaching or behavioral health—this is a launchpad for your career.
The Faison Center is a nationally recognized leader in autism services, known for investing in staff and cultivating professional growth. Whether you hold a BS/BA degree or have relevant experience, you’ll thrive in a workplace that values its employees and promotes work-life balance.
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
No prior experience? No problem—we provide robust training, so you feel confident and supported in your role. You’ll:
- Teach new skills one-on-one or in small groups across varied settings
- Facilitate participation in recreational and physical education activities
- Assist with off-campus community-based learning experiences
- Track student progress through data collection
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support educational and personal goals
- Help with daily living activities, including hygiene and toileting as needed
- Support individuals who may exhibit challenging behaviors
Benefits:
- Paid instructional breaks (approx. 28 days annually)
- Sick leave and vacation accruals
- Tuition assistance/reimbursement for approved studies
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 403B retirement plan with employer contributions
- Employee discount programs via Working Advantage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Multiple pathways for career advancement
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate or Bachelor degree desired.
- Experience working with individuals with cognitive and physical disabilities is great, but more importantly we value a desire to help make a difference in people’s lives.
Salary : $17 - $20