Full-Time Personal Care Assistant

York Suburban School District; East York (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

York Suburban School District is seeking a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to support individual students with disabilities.

The role involves transitioning with the student through grade levels and possibly moving between buildings to ensure continuity of support, with priority on consistent, stable assistance.

Qualifications

• Two years of post-secondary education coursework (48 college credits) or PDE certificate.
• CAPE test or equivalent CAPE requirement.
• Ability to obtain Highly Qualified status within district timeline.
• Experience working with students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support individual students, may move between buildings as needed.
• Provide consistent and stable assistance for progress through grades.

Skills

Paraprofessional experience

Student support

Education

Two years post-secondary education (48 credits)

Special Education Certificate (PDE)

CAPE test

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Personal Care Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/2/2026
• Date Available: ASAP

TITLE: Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

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

Meet one of the paraprofessional competency training requirements below:

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

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.

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.

Job Outline: Personal Care Assistants are assigned to support individual students and are expected to transition with their assigned student as the student progresses through grade levels. This may include moving between buildings (e.g., from elementary to secondary schools) as needed. The purpose of this continuity is to provide consistent and stable support for the student.

If the student exits the district, the PCA will be offered any available positions within the district for which they are qualified.

**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 9/3/2026 11:21:44 PM CST.

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