Personal Care Assistant

Donegal School District; Waynesboro (Franklin County); On-site; USD 16,479 - 23,470; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits included

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a full-time Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to provide support for exceptional students as outlined in their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). The position involves assisting students, carrying out the teacher's directions, and ensuring confidentiality. Ideal candidates will possess interpersonal skills, a high school diploma, and an understanding of child development. This is a 10-month support position based at Donegal Primary School, starting on March 17, 2026.

Qualifications

• Undertake duties as per an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
• Ability to monitor student behavior and provide support.

Responsibilities

• Assist individual exceptional students as required by the IEP.
• Carrying out teacher's directions.
• Maintaining confidentiality and relationships with staff.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to listen and interact with students

Understanding of child development

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff - Instructional/ Personal Care Assistant
• Date Posted: 2/3/2026
• Location: Donegal Primary School
• Date Available: 03/27/2026
• Closing Date: 02/27/2026

DONEGAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

• Role: Personal Care Assistant (PCA) – Learning Support
• Building: Donegal Primary School (DPS)
• Start Date: March 17, 2026
• Schedule: 10-month support staff
• Status: Full-time, with benefits
• Pay Rate: $14.50
• Note: Follows the student school schedule

SUMMARY OF PURPOSE

This position is responsible for support and assistance to a particular student as determined by an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Carries out teacher's directions with respect to support for student.
2. Monitors and assists the individual exceptional student as required by the IEP.
3. Performs clerical duties as assigned related to the needs of the student.
4. Monitors the student's behavior during indoor and outdoor activities.
5. Performs other duties that may be assigned by the Principal.
6. Maintains an optimum relationship with other staff members by being courteous and always mindful of the importance of confidentiality.
7. Participates in, documents and submits annual staff development, as required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, to the Director of Special Education and Pupil Services.
8. Completes log entries and submits, according to the provided timelines, Student Medical Assistance logs.
9. Checks email and responds daily.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Marginal Functions will vary with the specific assignment and depend on the particular position function for which the person is responsible.

SCOPE AND IMPACT

This position accomplishes most of its tasks through standardized operating procedures. Internal contacts include the teachers, students and the district office employees. The external contacts include parents and the general public.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

This position requires an understanding of the processes and procedures of a school. A High School diploma or the equivalent is required.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Must have excellent interpersonal skills using tact and diplomacy at all times. Confidentiality is essential. Must have the ability to listen, be patient and interact with students and have an understanding of child development.

• Physical - Sit: 80%; walk/stand 20%
• Lifting: May lift up to 60 lbs.
• Vision: Normal
• Mental - Ability to evaluate, interpret and analyze; written and verbal communications.