Full-Time Elementary Personal Care Assistant

York Suburban School District; York (York County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

York Suburban School District in York County, PA seeks a Full-Time Elementary Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to support students with disabilities in an elementary setting. The role requires caring for students' personal needs and assisting classroom staff to enable inclusive instruction.

Candidates may qualify via two years of college credits, PDE Highly Qualified Special Education Certificate, CAPE test, or district-provided training.

Qualifications

• Two years of post-secondary education coursework (48 college credits) or equivalent.
• Highly Qualified Special Education Certificate through PDE or
• Passing score on the Comprehensive Assessment of Paraprofessional Educators (CAPE) Test or
• Possess the ability to obtain highly qualified status through educational opportunities provided within the timeline of the district (district provided training)
• Prior experience working with students with disabilities

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - York Suburban School District

Full-Time Elementary Personal Care Assistant JobID: 958

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Personal Care Assistant
• Date Posted: 10/23/2026
• Date Available: 11/16/2026

TITLE: Full-Time Elementary Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

QUALIFICATIONS:Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would qualify.

Meet one of the paraprofessional competency training requirements below:

1. Two years of post-secondary education coursework (48 college credits) or

2. Highly Qualified Special Education Certificate through PDE or

3. Passing score on the Comprehensive Assessment of Paraprofessional Educators (CAPE) Test or

4. Possess the ability to obtain highly qualified status through educational opportunities provided within the timeline of the district (district provided training)

Prior experience working with students with disabilities

Must have obtained (or will obtain) valid PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse and FBI Criminal History Background Checks (Use code 1KG6XN) within the last twelve (12) months.

**Note: Please reference the attachedjob descriptionto review the essential functions ofthis position.

The York Suburban School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees and applicants for employment receive equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. Discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status is prohibited.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the York Suburban School District provided reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

The York Suburban School District values diversity and inclusion and encourages individuals of all backgrounds to apply. We are dedicated to providing a work environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.

Postings current as of 10/25/2026 2:59:00 PM CST.

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