Instructional Assistant, Autistic Support, Elementary School, Temporary Support Staff (Anticipated)

Sol Feinstone Elementary School; Newtown (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Sol Feinstone Elementary School in Newtown, PA is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Autistic Support (temporary, anticipated) for the 2026/2027 school year. The role offers 7 hours per day, 5 days a week, 182 days annually, with benefit eligibility.

Candidates should have at least two years of post-secondary study or an associate degree and be able to support data collection and classroom goals as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Previous Instructional Assistant Experience in Elementary School setting preferred.
• Ability to collect data, work with team of educators, and carry out academic support plans.
• Meet Pennsylvania standards as required by regulations and credentials.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to Autistic Support students within the elementary setting.
• Assist with data collection and progress monitoring under teacher supervision.

Skills

Data collection

Team collaboration

Academic support planning

Education

Two years of post-secondary study OR associate's degree

Job description

Instructional Assistant, Autistic Support, Elementary School, Temporary Support Staff (Anticipated)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5893438

Application Deadline: Sep 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position: Instructional Assistant, Autistic Support, Elementary School,Temporary Support Staff (Anticipated)

Location: Sol Feinstone Elementary School

Available: 2026/2027 SY

Hours/Schedule: 7.0 hours/day; 5 days/week; 182 days per year (Benefit Eligible)

Requirements:

• Previous Instructional Assistant Experience inElementary School setting preferred
• Ability to collect data, work with team of educators, and carry out academic support plans
• Qualified candidates must meet the Pennsylvania Department of Education Special EducationRegulations Chapter 14 Regulations. (https://www.pacode.com/secure/data/022/chapter14/s14.105.html)
• • Have completed at least two years of post‑secondary study; or
  • Possess an associate's degree or higher; or
  • Meet a rigorous standard of quality as documented through a state or local assessment.Additional Information can be accessed at Bureau of Special Education Credential of Competency for Special Education Instructional Paraeducators in Pennsylvania (pattan.net)

REQUIRED PAPERWORK: In order to begin employment in any PA public school, all employees are required to complete mandatory paperwork. Background employment clearances must be completed within the last year to be valid and include:

• PA State Police Clearance (Act 34)
• Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)
• FBI Fingerprints (Act 114) IndentoGo

Some additional paperwork includes Arrest/Conviction Report form, PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure (Act 168), physician’s health form and recently completed TB test.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $25.49 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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