Part-Time Instructional Assistant - Special Needs Support

Chester County Intermediate Unit; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

2 personal days annually + pro-rated/s

Tuition reimbursement (pro-rated)

Job summary

Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) is seeking a part-time Instructional Assistant to support a basic skills program at the Great Valley Campus. The role involves tutoring, behavior monitoring, classprep, and assisting with daily routines across a 6.5-hour day, 185 days per year, in Malvern, PA.

Responsibilities include one-on-one support for students with special needs, logistics for transportation, and collaboration with teachers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is 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 working with students with severe/complex behavioral/emotional issues preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred (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 any assigned 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 support

Behavior monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or 2 years post-secondary education or 48 credit hours

Experience with special needs population

Experience with severe/complex behavioral/emotional issues

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) is seeking a part-time Instructional Assistant to support a basic skills program at the Great Valley Campus. The role involves tutoring, behavior monitoring, classprep, and assisting with daily routines across a 6.5-hour day, 185 days per year, in Malvern, PA.

Responsibilities include one-on-one support for students with special needs, logistics for transportation, and collaboration with teachers.