Part-Time Instructional Assistant

Northwestern Elementary School; New Tripoli (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Lehigh School District is seeking a part-time Instructional Assistant at Northwestern Elementary School in New Tripoli, PA. You will support teachers, assist with instruction, and help build positive relationships with students.

The role is 5.5 hours per day with a starting rate of $20.85/hr and higher based on experience. Applicants must meet PA regulatory requirements for regular and special education assignments, have at least two years of postsecondary education or an associate

Qualifications

• Must have at least two years of postsecondary education or an associate degree.
• Must meet PA School Code requirements for regular and special education assignments.
• Must be able to develop positive relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multiple teachers to support instructional activities.
• Support students with behavioral needs in a classroom setting.
• Assist with documentation and classroom tasks as required.
• Maintain open communication with staff to promote student progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building with students

Behavioral support

Team collaboration

Education

Two years college education

Associate degree

PA School code knowledge

Job description

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Part-Time Instructional Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5938915

Application Deadline: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Northwestern Lehigh School District is accepting applications for a part-time Instructional Assistant at Northwestern Elementary. The successful candidate must possess good communication skills, be able to work with various teachers, and develop positive relationships with students. The candidate must also be able to work with students who demonstrate behavioral needs. This position is 5.5 hours per day. Starting rate is $20.85/hr. A higher hourly rate is available based upon applicable experience.

Instructional Assistants employed by the Northwestern Lehigh School District must meet the Pennsylvania regulatory requirements for both regular education and special education assignments as outlined in the Pennsylvania School code.

The employment requirements include the following:

• Have completed at least two years of post secondary/college education study; or
• Possess an Associate Degree or higher; or
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality demonstrated through a Pennsylvania State; or Northwestern Lehigh assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics.

The Pennsylvania State or Northwestern Lehigh assessment is provided at no cost for all new Instructional Assistant positions as needed.

Instructional Assistants are also required to complete 20 hours of staff development activities related to their assignments each school year. The staff development activities are provided at no cost by Northwestern Lehigh School District.

Applications are due byJuly 22, 2026. EOE

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $22.80 to $25.33 Per Hour