Impactful School PCA - 1:1 & 2:1 Support, Full-Time

The Stepping Stones Group; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Safety-Care training

Continuing education

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group is hiring School-Based Personal Care Assistants (PCA) for K-12 special education. This full-time role offers 35 hours per week onsite, with a 7-hour day and a 30-minute unpaid break, in a 7:00 AM–4:15 PM window.

You will support students with personal care, ADLs, and behavioral needs in general and special education settings. Start date is immediate through the end of the 2026-27 school year, with W-2 employment and multiple openings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 months of experience working with children with special needs in a school setting.
• In-person CPR certification.
• First Aid certification.
• Ability to complete Safety-Care training prior to start or within first month.
• Comfort with personal care including toileting and diapering.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or 2:1 student support throughout the school day and support the classroom as needed.
• Assist with personal care and ADLs, including feeding, toileting, diapering, and mobility assistance.
• Provide behavioral support and intervention using positive reinforcement and safety procedures.
• Provide emotional support and general academic support, including help with assignments.
• Collect and document data as directed by the teacher and school team.
• Support student participation in classroom instruction and school activities.
• Follow IEP accommodations, care plans, and behavior plans as directed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Safety-Care training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

The Stepping Stones Group is hiring School-Based Personal Care Assistants (PCA) for K-12 special education. This full-time role offers 35 hours per week onsite, with a 7-hour day and a 30-minute unpaid break, in a 7:00 AM–4:15 PM window.

You will support students with personal care, ADLs, and behavioral needs in general and special education settings. Start date is immediate through the end of the 2026-27 school year, with W-2 employment and multiple openings.