Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Littlestown Area School District; Littlestown (Adams County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Littlestown Area School District is seeking a Full Time Personal Care Attendant for Littlestown High/Middle School. The role involves direct, one-to-one support with students to aid academic and behavioral progress, with some physical tasks such as positioning and assisting with mobility.

The position is 10 months/180 days, non-exempt, and requires current Act 34, Act 151 and FBI clearances. Experience with children is preferred and privacy must be maintained at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience working with children and/or special needs students preferred.
• Must have or be willing to secure CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic and behavioral support on a one-to-one basis to students.
• May perform physical tasks including restraint, ambulation, and positioning as needed.
• Assist with daily routines and mobility for students at Littlestown High/Middle School.

Skills

Experience with children

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Special Education Assistant
• Location:
  Littlestown Middle School
• Date Available:
  Upon Board Approval

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Experience working with children and/or special needs student(s) preferred
• Must have or be willing to secure certification for CPR and First Aid
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all time

The Littlestown Area School District is seeking to fill a Full Time - Personal Care Attendant position at Littlestown High/Middle School at the Middle School level. The ideal candidate must be willing to work directly with student(s) to provide academic and behavioral support on a one-to-one basis to help them succeed in the classroom. This position may require some physical demands that could include physical restraint, ambulation and position of student, moving student in and out of wheelchair and assisting with daily routines.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is a 10 month/180 day, Non-Exempt.

All candidates must submit current Act 34, Act 151and Federal (FBI) Criminal History Clearances.

ABOUT THE EMPLOYER:

The Littlestown Area School District is located in rural Adams County Pennsylvania. We service approximately 1,600 students.

The Littlestown Area School District is driven by its vision to build a solid foundation to prepare all students for life and career success. Our mission is investing in collaborative experiences that inspire and nurture personal growth.

EOE - M/F/V/D