Teaching Assistant - Special Education - Richmond Campus

Job Description

Job Description

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Teaching Assistant – Special Education

Location : Richmond, 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

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