Instructional Assistant

Central York School District; York (York County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with HSA

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 to join the Central York Middle School instructional team in York, PA. The role supports students' academic, social, and emotional growth under the supervision of a certified professional.

Requirements include a High School diploma, current First Aid/CPR certification, and background checks. The position offers 7.25 hours per day, 186 days per year, with benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; advanced training a plus.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification required.
• Must obtain PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse and FBI Background Checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students, individually or in groups.
• Assist students with IEP goals and classroom activities.
• Monitor behavior and assist with on-task engagement, reporting issues.
• Prepare materials and support assessments and quizzes.
• Participate in IEP/team meetings and collaborate with staff.
• Support various departments and supervise students during transitions.

Skills

Instructional support

IEP support

Student supervision

Relationship building

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

First Aid and CPR certification

Job description

Central York School District (CYSD) is looking for a Full-Time Instructional Assistant to join the Central York Middle School instructional team! The ideal candidate will have a strong background in 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

Why Join the CYSD Team? Central York School District is named one of the Top 50 Employers in York County by the PA Department of Labor!

Where?

Central York Middle School

1950 N. HIlls Road

York, PA 17406

7.25 Hours Per Day

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 to 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

Please note: Duties and responsibilities for this position will vary depending on the building and grade to which the position is assigned, and if the position supports an entire classroom, a small group of students, or provides one-on-one assistance to a student.

• Serve as a personal assistant to special needs student, providing him/her with assistance in learning activities, with special projects, personal care activities, logging daily activities, follow-up with instructional support team and parents. Duties will vary depending on the individual'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 student(s)
• with staying focused and on-task, monitor and report behavior problems; take notes on material being instructed, re-teach/teach material; assist students with completion of homework, classroom projects, and use of technology/computer.
• Prepare IEP students for quizzes and tests (i.e. 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/participate in IEP and team meetings, when required. Become familiar with IEPs of students
• serviced.
• 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 (i.e. flashcards, worksheets, etc.).
• 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 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 willing to obtain) current PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse and FBI Criminal History Background Checks

Hourly Rate

$14.40-$19.15

• Step placement shall be based on years of service recognized by employer.

Eligible For The Following Benefits

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