Instructional Assistant/Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Central York School District; Pleasureville (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; 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 Special Education Instructional Assistant/Personal Care Assistant to support students with academic instruction, social development, and personal care as needed.

The role involves collaborating with teachers, IEP planning, and providing one-on-one or small group assistance in alignment with IEPs. Benefits and district-driven opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Special Education Instructional Assistants must reach a qualified status as required by Pennsylvania regulations.
• Employed staff must meet one of the listed qualifications.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification is required based on assignments.
• Background checks must be completed within the last twelve months.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students or groups as assigned.
• Assist with IEPs and stay on-task; monitor and report behavior problems.
• Help students with homework, projects, and use of technology.
• Prepare students with IEPs for quizzes and tests; conduct study sessions.

Skills

IEP support

Student assistance

Education

Associates Degree or higher

2 years post-secondary study

Credential of Competency Assessment

First Aid and CPR certification

PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse and FBI Background Checks

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Central York School District

Instructional Assistant/Personal Care Assistant (PCA) JobID: 3856

• Position Type: Building Support Staff/ Special Education Instructional & Personal Care Assistant- 10 months
• Date Posted: 9/1/2026
• Location: District

Central York School District (CYSD) is seeking a dedicated and reliable full-time Special Education Instructional Assistant/Personal Care Assistant. The Special Education Instructional Assistant/PCA will work closely with special education teachers and support staff to assist students with academic instruction, social development, and personal care as needed. You will play a vital role in the daily success of students by helping them access learning, follow routines, and reach their individual goals. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys making a meaningful impact while contributing to a supportive and collaborative educational team.

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!

7.00 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.

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.

• Provide and facilitate activities for all in the assigned subject area.
• Provide assistance to students with Individualized Education 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 & tasks, classroom projects, and use of technology/computer.
• Prepare students with IEPs for quizzes and tests (i.e. study sessions, review games).
• Administer quizzes/tests as per IEP under guidance of classroom teacher and special education teacher.
• Attend/participate in IEP and team meetings, when required. Become familiar with IEPs of students serviced under the direction of the special education teacher.
• 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, data collection, 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 for students with special needs.
• Assist with student supervision in hallways, at breakfast, during assemblies, and at the beginning and end of school day.
• Provide services in the community/work environment for learners with disabilities.

Qualifications:

Special Education Instructional Assistants must reach a qualified status as required by Pennsylvania regulations. Therefore, all Instructional Assistants/PCAs employed by Central York School District are required to meet one of the following qualifications:

• Associates Degree or higher OR
• Complete at least two (2) years of post-secondary study (48 credits) OR
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through the local Central York Credential of Competency Assessment.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification based on assignments
• Must have obtained (or will obtain) valid PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse andFBI Criminal History Background Checks within the last twelve (12) months.

Hourly Rate: $15.95-$20.70. *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

Postings current as of 9/10/2026 10:31:19 AM CST.

Internal applicants only.

(Internal candidates are either current full-time or part-time employees.)

This does NOT include substitutes or guest teachers.