Classroom Aide - Flexible Hours & Benefits

Iu17; Jeannette (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

ESS Jeannette City School District in Jeannette, PA is seeking a Permanent Classroom Aide to support students in instructional and non-instructional activities under the supervision of a certified professional. The role emphasizes participation in the least restrictive environment and requires regular attendance.

Responsibilities include assisting with self-sufficiency and daily living activities, monitoring health and behavior, and helping prepare the classroom to meet each student’s needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, Associates Degree preferred.
• Pennsylvania State Police Clearance
• Child Abuse Clearance
• FBI Fingerprinting
• Tuberculosis Test
• Pennsylvania Department of Education Form 6004: Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification
• Continuing Education Hours (Based on Date of Hire)
• Act 126

Responsibilities

• Assist with self-sufficiency training and maintenance of skills for children with physical disabilities
• Assume duties of a personal care nature which will allow the children to participate to the maximum extent in the least restrictive environment
• Encourage, support, and educate the students by assisting in the performance of activities of daily living necessary for his/her comfort, well-being, and integrity
• Assist students in managing and maintaining his/her environment to meet his/her special physical and psychological needs
• Monitor the incidence and prevalence of selected health problems
• Monitor psycho-social adjustment to medical conditions
• Assist teacher or students to arrange the environment of the classroom to best meet the students' needs
• Attend training sessions, in-services, workshops, and/or meetings, as requested
• Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned by school administration and ESS
• Understand and adhere to all ESS and school district policies and procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree preferred

Job description

ESS Jeannette City School District in Jeannette, PA is seeking a Permanent Classroom Aide to support students in instructional and non-instructional activities under the supervision of a certified professional. The role emphasizes participation in the least restrictive environment and requires regular attendance.

Responsibilities include assisting with self-sufficiency and daily living activities, monitoring health and behavior, and helping prepare the classroom to meet each student’s needs.