Part-Time Instructional Assistant: Special Education Support

Chester County Intermediate Unit; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement PSERS

2 personal days annually

Job summary

Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) is seeking a Part-Time Instructional Assistant to support students with special needs at the Great Valley Campus in Malvern, PA. The role involves tutoring, behavior monitoring, and assisting teachers with daily tasks to create a safe learning environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma; an associates degree or higher is preferred. CPR/First Aid is desirable and experience with special needs is valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree or higher OR completion of two years of post-secondary education OR 48 credit hours preferred.
• Experience with special needs population preferred.
• Experience with students with severe/complex behavioral/emotional issues preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred (ability to maintain provided by CCIU upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Individual tutoring or one-on-one support for a student with special needs.
• Assistance progress monitoring of students, including behavior charts & data.
• Assisting classroom teacher with duties, including classroom and material prep.
• Attending specials with assigned class of students or individual student.
• Transporting students to and from lavatories, nurse, admin offices, etc.
• Assisting with arrival and dismissal as it relates to transportation.
• Assistance with daily hygiene of students, including diapering and toileting; lifting may be required.
• Physical intervention with students in crisis required.
• Provide a safe, welcoming environment for all students.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Skills

Special needs experience

Behavioral/emotional issues experience

Education

Associates degree or higher

48 college credits or completion of two years

Job description

Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) is seeking a Part-Time Instructional Assistant to support students with special needs at the Great Valley Campus in Malvern, PA. The role involves tutoring, behavior monitoring, and assisting teachers with daily tasks to create a safe learning environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma; an associates degree or higher is preferred. CPR/First Aid is desirable and experience with special needs is valued.