Empowering Special Education Classroom Assistant

Shikellamy SD - Five Star Secondary School; Sunbury (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Shikellamy SD - Five Star Secondary School in Sunbury, PA is seeking a Classroom Assistant to support a Special Education classroom under the CSIU umbrella. You will assist teachers with instructional and non-instructional tasks, monitor student behavior, and help maintain records and assistive tech usage.

The role requires a high school diploma and adherence to FERPA while working with diverse students; RBT certification is preferred, and CPR/First Aid training is requested.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Complete Special Education Competency Assessment within 90 working days.
• RBT certification preferred and may be required for RBT duties.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Maintain FERPA confidentiality and adapt to diverse student needs.

Responsibilities

• Performs instructional and non-instructional activities as assigned by the teacher and program supervisor.
• Supervises pupils in the school and community as assigned.
• Uses positive behavior support strategies to manage student behavior.
• Maintains records and completes paperwork including progress monitoring.
• Collaborates with IEP team to support academic, communication and social skills.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Professionalism

FERPA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Special Education Competency Assessment within 90 days

Registered Behavioral Technician (preferred)

Act 34/151/114 clearances

CPR/First Aid training

Job description

Shikellamy SD - Five Star Secondary School in Sunbury, PA is seeking a Classroom Assistant to support a Special Education classroom under the CSIU umbrella. You will assist teachers with instructional and non-instructional tasks, monitor student behavior, and help maintain records and assistive tech usage.

The role requires a high school diploma and adherence to FERPA while working with diverse students; RBT certification is preferred, and CPR/First Aid training is requested.