Middle School SPED Paraeducator & Personal Care Assistant

Environmental-Charter-School; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Environmental Charter School is seeking a Middle School Special Education Paraeducator / Personal Care Assistant (PCA) for the 2026-27 school year. This role supports students' health, behavioral needs, and academic progress under IEP guidance, collaborating with teachers and specialists to implement individualized plans.

Ideal candidates are energetic, progressive-minded, flexible, and eager to work with students in a charter-school environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of post-high school education or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution preferred
• Familiarity with charter schools and working with students

Responsibilities

• Support health and behavioral needs per IEPs as documented
• Assist with eating, dressing, grooming, toileting, daily living activities, and behavior support
• Reteach and reinforce academic, behavior, or language skills as directed by a special education teacher
• Support teachers in preparing classroom materials and resources
• Attend grade-level meetings and participate in weekly professional development opportunities

Skills

Progressive-minded

Collaborative approach

Flexibility

Communication with teachers

Education

Post-secondary education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

The Environmental Charter School is seeking a Middle School Special Education Paraeducator / Personal Care Assistant (PCA) for the 2026-27 school year. This role supports students' health, behavioral needs, and academic progress under IEP guidance, collaborating with teachers and specialists to implement individualized plans.

Ideal candidates are energetic, progressive-minded, flexible, and eager to work with students in a charter-school environment.