Educational Assistant I - ESL

Cumberland-Valley-School-District; Sporting Hill (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Valley School District is hiring an Educational Assistant I (ESL) for a 7.5‑hour day. The role may include supporting ESL, Special Education, Physical Education, ISS, and other building needs to help students succeed.

Requirements include a high school diploma (an Associate degree or higher preferred), the ability to lift 40 pounds, enduring stamina, and the willingness to complete 20 hours of training annually to maintain Highly Qualified Status. Clearances are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• Experience with students with disabilities preferred; training provided.
• Ability to pass a Highly Qualified assessment and maintain status with annual training.

Responsibilities

• Support ESL, Special Education, Physical Education and ISS as building needs arise.
• Assist in delivering educational program services to diverse students.
• Interact with students and staff to promote a positive learning environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Cultural sensitivity

Patience with students

Education

High school diploma

Associates degree preferred

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Educational Assistant I
• Date Posted: 10/13/2026
• Closing Date: 10/20/2026

Cumberland Valley School District currently has a 7.5 hours per day Educational Assistant - ESL position available. Each employee working within the Educational Assistantcapacity will be assigned support staff duties based on building needs which could encompass supporting students inESL, Special Education, Physical Education, ISS, etc.

The purpose of the Educational Assistantposition is to provide each building with qualified employees who can assist in a variety of roles. Each employee working within the Educational Assistantcapacity will be assigned support staff duties based on building needs. In doing so, this allows us to serve the needs of our students effectively and efficiently. Strong inter-personal skills are required, and the desire to work interactively with students and staff is essential.

Personal knowledge and work experience with school aged children and children with cognitive, physical and behavioral disabilities is required. Previously trained in de-escalation and crisis management techniques with related job experience in applying these techniques with students is highly preferred. Experience and working knowledge supporting program delivery for students with disabilities in a public school system is highly desired. However, training will be provided.

Candidates should be sensitive to students from a variety of cultures, and have patience with students trying to learn a second language and good English communication skills. Bilingual ability is a plus.

The successful candidate must have a high school diploma. A two-year Associates Degree or higher is preferred (or the ability to pass a highly-qualified assessment). The employee must take twenty (20) hours of training annually to maintain their Highly Qualified Status. The individual must be able to stand and sit for long periods of time, bend, stretch and lift 40 pounds as well as having corrected hearing and vision within normal ranges.

If hired for employment, the applicant must be able to submit the following:

• Criminal Record Check (less than one year old)
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance (less than one year old)
• FBI Finger Print Clearance (less than one year old)
• TB Test/Mantoux (less than 3 months old)
• Physical - if applicable (less than 1 year old)

Cumberland Valley School District prohibits discrimination, including sexual harassment, on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, parenting status, pregnancy or handicap/disability in its activities, programs or employment practices. More information regarding the complaint process and complaint forms can be found at: https://www.cvschools.org/page/non-discrimination-information