Anticipated Special Education IA/PCA- Autistic Support

Central York School District; East York (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with Health Spending Account

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Dependent Care

Aflac Supplemental Insurance Plans

Job summary

Central York School District seeks a full-time Special Education IA/PCA- Autistic Support Assistant for Central York Middle School. The role emphasizes instructional support, IEP implementation, and collaboration with certified staff to foster student growth.

Ideal candidates have either two years of post-secondary study or an associates degree, plus First Aid/CPR and up-to-date background checks. The position runs 7.25 hours daily, 186 days yearly, with benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years of post-secondary study (48 credits) required.
• Associates degree or higher required.
• Must meet PDE credential requirements (Special Education Credential or CAPE with 80+).
• Maintain 20 hours per year of professional development related to the position.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Background checks within the last 12 months (PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse, FBI).

Responsibilities

• Provide and facilitate activities in the assigned subject area.
• Assist students with IEPs; monitor behavior and support on-task learning.
• Prepare students with IEPs for quizzes and tests (study sessions, reviews).
• Administer quizzes/tests as per IEP under supervision.
• Attend/participate in IEP and team meetings when required.
• Assist with setup of learning activities and one-on-one tutoring.

Skills

Instructional support

Education

2 years post-secondary (48 credits)

Associates degree or higher

PDE credential or CAPE test (80+)

20 hours/year professional development

First Aid & CPR certification

Background checks (PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse, FBI)

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Central York School District

Anticipated Special Education IA/PCA- Autistic Support JobID: 3870

• Position Type: Building Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant- 10 months
• Date Posted: 10/2/2026
• Location: Central York Middle School

Central York School District (CYSD) is looking for a full-time Special Education IA/PCA- Autistic Support Assistant to join Central York Middle School. The ideal candidate will have a strong background insupporting students' academic, social, and emotional growth, a passion for helping students succeed, and the ability to foster meaningful connections with students, families, and staff.

Mission: Central York School District provides a high-quality academic experience within a supportive, valued, collaborative community that promotes students' personal growth and the pursuit of their passions and interests.

Our Vision: Pursuing Excellence: All Panthers. Every Day. In All Ways.

Core Values: Character | Perseverance | Accountability | Community | Excellence

Why Join the CYSD Team? Central York School District is named one of the Top 50 Employers in York County by the PA Department of Labor!

Where?

Central York Middle School
1950 N. Hills Road
York, PA 17406

7.25 Hours Per Day

186 Days Per Year

Job Summary:

Provide instructional support to any and all students, and/or a specific student or group of students as assigned. Instructional Assistants may be used in any classroom situation under the immediate and direct supervision of a certified professional to perform those tasks specified in the duties and responsibilities of this job description. The design, direction and evaluation of the teaching/learning process must be done by a professional employee. The Instructional Assistant is under the supervision of the certified professional in charge of the assignment and to the Building Principal. The Instructional Assistant may monitor student behavior through report, but cannot be directly involved in disciplinary procedures. The Instructional Assistant will be evaluated by the certified professional in charge of the specific assignment and the Building Principal.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide and facilitate activities for all in the assigned subject area.
• Provide assistance to students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Assist student(s) with staying focused and on-task, monitor and report behavior problems; take notes on material being instructed, re-teach/teach material; assist students with completion of homework & tasks, classroom projects, and use of technology/computer.
• Prepare students with IEPs for quizzes and tests (i.e. study sessions, review games).
• Administer quizzes/tests as per IEP under guidance of classroom teacher and special education teacher.
• Attend/participate in IEP and team meetings, when required. Become familiar with IEPs of students serviced under the direction of the special education teacher.
• Assist with preparation and set-up of learning activities, monitor students' activities; provide one-on-one assistance with learning activities and test taking in class and through tutoring, data collection, grade assignments and tests.
• Teach learning strategies to individuals and small groups in one or multiple subject areas. Develop and implement learning activities (i.e. flashcards, worksheets, etc.).
• Record assessment data for students with special needs.
• Assist with student supervision in hallways, at breakfast, during assemblies, and at the beginning and end of school day.
• Provide services in the community/work environment for learners with disabilities.

Qualifications:

• Complete at least two (2) years of post-secondary study (48 credits) OR
• Possess an Associates Degree or higher OR
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a state or local assessment.Central York School District recognizes two (2) local assessments to assist paraprofessionals in attaining the PDE requirements:
  • The Special Education Credential of Competency (free of charge; provided by CYSD) OR The CAPE test (must receive a passing score of 80% or higher)
  • Maintain 20 hours per year of professional development related to identified position
• Current First Aid and CPR certification based on assignments
• Must have obtained (or will obtain) valid PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse and FBI Criminal History Background Checks within the last twelve (12) months.

Hourly Rate:

$15.95-$20.70

*Step placement shall be based on years of service recognized by employer.

Eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical with Health Spending Account
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Dependent Care
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance Plans

Internal applicants only.

(Internal candidates are either current full-time or part-time employees.)

This does NOT include substitutes or guest teachers.

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