Corrections Education Assistant — Student Support

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23; Glenmont (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit in PA seeks a Teacher Assistant to support students in a corrections education setting. You will assist teachers, support small groups, and help implement individualized education programs at MCYC.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, willingness to obtain the PA Paraeducator Credential within one year, and experience with data collection and online learning systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required (must be willing to obtain the PA Paraeducator Credential of Competency Certificate within one year)
• Associates degree or higher OR completion of two (2) years of post-secondary education OR 48 credit hours from an accredited college or university; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Background in special education/RBT preferred
• Must be knowledgeable and experienced in taking student data; experience utilizing direct-instruction programs, and experience using online learning systems.
• Must appropriately handle confidential information, enjoy working with students with disabilities, establish and maintain a rapport with students, and able to understand the needs and feelings of students.
• Visual acuity to read whiteboard, student work, and printed materials.
• Auditory acuity to hear spoken word, ability to speak clearly and distinctly.
• Ability to work as a member of a team, be courteous and able to deal effectively with people, able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to cope with needs and behavior patterns of children, able to withstand emotional stress, must have a warm, friendly, helpful personality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions, ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision, ability to read, write, and do simple computation.
• Ability to complete CPI/Safety Cares training.
• Ability to work independently, make work‑related decisions, and exercise good judgement with student interaction.
• Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, Child Abuse Registry, and PDE FBI.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Support: Assist teachers in implementing daily lessons and instructional activities
• Provide small‑group and individual academic support
• Assist with the preparation of instructional materials and assignments
• Support online learning and direct‑instruction programs
• Behavior and Classroom Management: Support classroom routines and expectations
• Utilize strategies for behavior within behavior support plans
• Assist with de‑escalation and redirection strategies
• Data Collection and Documentation: Collect academic and behavioral data
• Assist with record keeping and progress monitoring as directed by the classroom teacher
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Student Support and Supervision: Provide 1:1 or small‑group support
• Assist with organization and transitions
• Support academic, social, and life skills
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Attend meetings and trainings as directed
• Montgomery County Youth Center (540 Port Indian Rd. Eagleville, PA)

Skills

Instructional support

Behavior management

Data collection

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree or 2 years of post‑secondary education or 48 credits

Bachelor's degree preferred

PA Paraeducator Credential within 1 year

Job description

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit in PA seeks a Teacher Assistant to support students in a corrections education setting. You will assist teachers, support small groups, and help implement individualized education programs at MCYC.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, willingness to obtain the PA Paraeducator Credential within one year, and experience with data collection and online learning systems.