Personal Care Assistants (Full-time)

Hanover Public School District; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanover Public School District in Hanover, PA, seeks several 10-month, full-time Personal Care Assistants (PCA) to support students in the 2026-2027 school year. Positions are 7 hours per day for 10 months, with duties including academic assistance and personal care as needed.

The base pay is $14.06 per hour, with starting pay determined by experience and internal equity; PCA roles in autistic support classrooms include a $2.50 per hour differential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted.
• Computer literacy required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support to students under supervision of teachers.
• Provide personal care/toileting support to students as needed.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Two years post-secondary education or HS diploma/equivalent

CAP E test completion after hire

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Personal Care Assistant
• Date Posted: 7/10/2026
• Location: Hanover Public School District
• Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year

Job Description

We have several 10-month, full-time PCA positions (7 hours per day) open throughout the district to start the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities include providing academic support to students under the direction of learning support and/or classroom teachers, and providing personal care/toileting support to individual students as needed. Base pay rate is $14.06 per hour minimum. However, the offered starting rate will be based on experience and internal equity. PCA positions for students in the autistic support classroom include a $2.50 per hour differential!

Qualifications

• Must meet Qualified Status with two years of post-secondary education or high school diploma/equivalent and satisfactory completion of the CAPE test, which can be taken after hire
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Must be computer literate
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be cooperative, congenial, and service-oriented
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively
• Ability to organize and handle multiple tasks

Application Procedure

All applicants must complete the entire online application. A cover letter and resume are not required but may be uploaded during the application process.

Required Clearances

Must provide current Act 34, Act 114 and Act 151, and Act 168 forms when requested prior to beginning employment.

Visit our website for specific instructions on how to obtain these clearances.

EOE