Personal Care Assistant

PARK AVENUE ELEMENTARY; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

PARK AVENUE ELEMENTARY in Danville, VA, is seeking a Personal Care Assistant to provide general assistance to identified student(s). The role includes supervision, helping with daily living skills, and supporting therapists and teachers in a structured school environment.

Starting immediately, salary ranges per hour from $16.04 to $23.49. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be prepared to obtain CPR/First Aid certification within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Being highly qualified is preferable.
• Ability to work closely and cooperatively with students, teachers, administrators, colleagues, and parents/visitors.
• Must be certified in CPR and First Aid or willing to become certified within sixty (60) days of being hired.

Responsibilities

• Supervise identified student(s) in hallways, bathrooms, playgrounds and rest times in a safe, structured, and positive manner.
• Support OT, PT and Speech Therapists when requested.
• Prepare materials efficiently for lessons and activities.
• Follow directions of the teacher and/or principal.
• Assist the teacher and/or administrator with non-instructional needs of each child.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Student interaction

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Personal Care Assistant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5944684

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 29, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

General Definition of Work

Under the direction of the principal and supervising teacher, the Personal Care Assistant provides general assistance to identified student(s). Typical duties include but are not limited to, supervision of students, lifting, and assistance with daily living skills, such as feeding, toileting, and general and behavior support.

Essential Functions

• Support the student(s) in daily living skills in order for him/her to participate in the general/adaptive education curriculum
• Provide support for OT, PT, and Speech Therapists when requested
• Prepare materials in the most time-efficient manner
• Follow the directions of the teacher and/or principal
• Use time wisely so that materials are ready when needed
• Consult with the teacher and/or principal concerning behavioral expectations
• Supervise identified student(s) in the hallways and bathrooms, on playgrounds, and at rest time in a safe, structured, and positive manner that supports the expectations of the teacher and/or administrator
• Supervise identified student(s) in non-instructional situations in the manner prescribed by the teacher and/or principal
• Use time efficiently in working with identified student(s)
• Use good judgment while in the work environment, such as when deciding whether to interrupt a lesson
• Assist the teacher and/or administrator in meeting the non-instructional needs of each child
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Being highly qualified is preferable. Ability to work closely and cooperatively with students, teachers, administrators, colleagues, and parents/visitors. Must be certified in CPR and First Aid or willing to become certified within sixty (60) days of being hired.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $16.04 to $23.49 Per Hour

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jason Wimbush , Coordinator of Recruitment and Retention
• CO-HR
• DANVILLE, Virginia 24541
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]