Personal Care Assistant - HS Autistic Support

Vance Airscoop; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Area School District is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to support students in the high school autistic support program. The role involves assisting with daily living skills, personal care, communication, transitions, and behaviors to help students participate in classroom and school activities.

You will work with teachers and support staff to promote safety, independence, and meaningful engagement in the school environment, contributing to an inclusive,

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills such as personal care and hygiene
• Support communication and participation in classroom activities
• Assist with transitions between activities and settings
• Support behavioral and sensory regulation strategies
• Promote student safety, independence, and meaningful engagement in school

Job description

Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - High School Autistic Support

Montgomery Area School District is seeking a compassionate, patient, and dependable Personal Care Assistant to support the individual needs of students in our high school autistic support program. Responsibilities may include assisting with daily living skills, personal care, communication, transitions, behavioral and sensory regulation, and participation in classroom and school activities. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to promote student safety, independence, and meaningful participation in the school environment.

The Montgomery Area School District is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to the success of our organization. We strive to create an inclusive culture where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, skills, and merit. We are dedicated to promoting equal opportunity in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and all other aspects of employment.