Elementary Instructional Aide - Title I Aide

Ephrata Area School District; Ephrata (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking part-time Elementary Instructional Aides for its Title I Program. Responsibilities include reinforcing skills taught by the teacher and providing tutorial support for students. Candidates should have two years of higher education or an associate's degree. Prior experience with children is desirable. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to perform basic math. The hourly rate is based on experience, with varied opportunities for teacher assistance in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children and the public is desirable.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce skills taught by the teacher.
• Implement lessons and provide tutorial support for students.

Skills

Communication with diverse backgrounds

Basic math calculations

Ability to follow directions

Education

Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

Elementary Instructional Aide - Title I Aide JobID: 945

• Position Type: Educational Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 4/9/2026
• Location: Ephrata Area School District
• Date Available: August 2026

Title I Aide

The Ephrata Area School District is recruiting part‑time Elementary Instructional Aides for its Title I Program. Under the general direction of the building principal and in cooperation with the building Intervention Specialist, the Title I Aide will reinforce skills taught by the teacher, direct or implement lessons and activities, and provide tutorial support for students, as directed by the teacher.

Educational Requirement

Title I paraprofessionals whose duties include instructional support and who were hired after January 8, 2002, must have:

1. Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education;
2. Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree; or
3. Met a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrated, through a formal state or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or, as appropriate, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness).

Experience

Prior experience working with children and the public is desirable.

Language Skills

Ability to work and communicate with students, parents & school personnel from diverse backgrounds. Ability to correspond in written format, spell check & use proper English.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to perform basic math calculations is required.

Reasoning Skills

Ability to understand and complete oral & written directions. Ability to organize self and others and work independently with minimal supervision is required.

Other Requirements

• Criminal clearances obtained within the last 12 months: Act 34 - PA Criminal Record; Act 114 - FBI Background Check; Act 151 - PA Child Abuse Clearance.
• Pre‑employment drug test, physical, and TB test upon offer of employment.

Hourly rate: Based on experience.

The Ephrata Area School District will not discriminate in employment, education programs, or activities based on race, sex, handicap, or national origin. This policy of non‑discrimination extends to all other legally protected classifications in accordance with state and federal laws including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.