Instructional Assistant

Central York School District; United States; On-site; USD 19,837 - 26,381; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with Health Spending Account

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Dependent Care

Aflac Supplemental Insurance Plans

Job summary

Central York School District is seeking a Full-Time Instructional Assistant for the 2026/2027 school year at Stony Brook Elementary School. The role involves providing instructional support to students, particularly those with Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs). Candidates should have a high school diploma and are required to assist students academically and socially. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance. Hourly pay ranges from $14.40 to $19.15, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Must have (or be willing to obtain) current PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse, and FBI Criminal History Background Checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students under the supervision of a certified professional.
• Assist students in staying focused and on task, monitor and report behavior problems.

Skills

Instructional support

Behavior monitoring

Assisting special needs students

Learning strategies development

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Technology/computers

Job description

Position Type: Building Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant—10 months

Date Posted: 5/5/2026

Central York School District (CYSD) is looking for a Full‑Time Instructional Assistant to join Stony Brook Elementary School instructional team for the 2026/2027 school year! The ideal candidate will have a strong background supporting students' academic, social, and emotional growth, a passion for helping students succeed, and the ability to foster meaningful connections with students, families, and staff.

Mission: Central York School District provides a high‑quality academic experience within a supportive, valued, collaborative community that promotes students' personal growth and the pursuit of their passions and interests.

Our Vision: Pursuing Excellence: All Panthers. Every Day. In All Ways.

Core Values: Character | Perseverance | Accountability | Community | Excellence

Where?

Stony Brook Elementary School
250 Silver Spur Drive
York, PA 17402

Hours: 6.25 Hours Per Day
Days: 186 Days Per Year

Job Summary

Provide instructional support to any and all students, and/or a specific student or group of students as assigned.

Instructional Assistants may be used in any classroom situation under the immediate and direct supervision of a certified professional to perform those tasks specified in the duties and responsibilities of this job description. The design, direction and evaluation of the teaching/learning process must be done by a professional employee. The Instructional Assistant is under the supervision of the certified professional in charge of the assignment and the Building Principal. The Instructional Assistant may monitor student behavior through report, but cannot be directly involved in disciplinary procedures. The Instructional Assistant will be evaluated by the certified professional in charge of the specific assignment and the Building Principal.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a personal assistant to a special needs student, providing assistance in learning activities, special projects, personal care activities, logging daily activities, follow‑up with the instructional support team and parents. Duties vary depending on the student's needs.
• Provide and facilitate learning support activities for all or an assigned subject area.
• Provide in‑class assistance to students with Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs). Assist students in staying focused and on‑task, monitor and report behavior problems, take notes on material being instructed, reteach or teach material, and help students complete homework, classroom projects, and use technology/computers.
• Prepare IEP students for quizzes and tests (e.g., study sessions, review games). Create and adapt quiz and test preparation materials.
• Administer quizzes/tests as per IEP under guidance of classroom teacher and learning support teacher.
• Attend and participate in IEP and team meetings when required, become familiar with IEPs of students.
• Provide support to assigned department (English, Math, Science, ESL, etc.). Assist with preparation and set‑up of learning activities, monitor students' activities; provide one‑on‑one assistance with learning activities and test taking in class and through tutoring, grade assignments and tests.
• Teach learning strategies to individuals and small groups in one or multiple subject areas. Develop and implement learning activities (e.g., flashcards, worksheets).
• Record assessment data and perform testing for special needs students.
• Read IEPs and provide information to teachers and others assisting that student. Assist with student supervision in hallways, at breakfast, during assemblies, and at the beginning and end of school day.
• Perform other duties as assigned (office support, cafeteria duty, recess duty, etc.).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; advanced training/degree a plus.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Must have (or be willing to obtain) current PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse, and FBI Criminal History Background Checks.

Hourly Rate

$14.40–$19.15 per hour. Step placement shall be based on years of service recognized by employer.

Benefits

• Medical with Health Spending Account
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Dependent Care
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance Plans