Personal Care Attendant - GMUHS

Young World Physical Education; Chester (VT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Mountain Union High School in Chester, Vermont, is seeking a Personal Care Attendant with LNA credentials for the 2026–2027 school year. This full-time, school-year position supports a student with diverse needs, five days a week, within a collaborative educational team.

The PCA provides instructional and personal care support to help the student access the curriculum while ensuring health, safety, and participation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• LNA credential preferred.
• Experience with children or individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift and assist students as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support students individually and in small groups with instructional activities and IEP goals
• Assist students with activities of daily living, including dressing, toileting, hygiene, and mobility
• Serve meals and snacks and provide feeding assistance as needed
• Lift, transfer, move, position, and reposition students safely throughout the school day
• Utilize adaptive equipment and assist with physical and medical needs as directed
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized student environment, including student workspaces and personal care areas
• Support positive student behavior and encourage student independence and inclusion
• Monitor and document student progress, behavior, and daily support activities
• Assist with supervision during lunch, recess, transportation, field trips, and other school activities
• Collaborate with teachers, special educators, nurses, therapists, and other members of the student support team

Skills

Caring

Patient

Teamwork

Dependable

Inclusive

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) credential

Job description

Two Rivers Supervisory Union Green Mountain Union High School - Chester, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Personal Care Attendant - GMUHS

Job Details

Job ID: 5878021

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 10, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Job Description

Make a Difference Every Day!

Green Mountain Union High School is seeking a compassionate, reliable, and student-focused individual to join our educational team as a Personal Care Attendant (PCA) with LNA credentials for the 2026–2027 school year. This is a full-time, school-year position working five days per week in support of a student with diverse learning, physical, and medical needs.

The PCA provides both instructional and personal care support, helping students access their educational program while ensuring their health, safety, comfort, and participation throughout the school day. The hourly rate will be commensurate with experience and driven by the collective bargaining agreement ($17.35 - $21.35 per hour, currently under negotiations and is expected to increase).

Key Responsibilities

• Support students individually and in small groups with instructional activities and IEP goals
• Assist students with activities of daily living, including dressing, toileting, hygiene, and mobility
• Serve meals and snacks and provide feeding assistance as needed
• Lift, transfer, move, position, and reposition students safely throughout the school day
• Utilize adaptive equipment and assist with physical and medical needs as directed
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized student environment, including student workspaces and personal care areas
• Support positive student behavior and encourage student independence and inclusion
• Monitor and document student progress, behavior, and daily support activities
• Assist with supervision during lunch, recess, transportation, field trips, and other school activities
• Collaborate with teachers, special educators, nurses, therapists, and other members of the student support team

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is caring, patient, flexible, and committed to supporting students' educational, social, and personal growth. Successful candidates will be team-oriented, dependable, and dedicated to creating an inclusive learning environment for all students. Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $17 to $21 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Equal Opportunity Employer

Two Rivers Supervisory Union is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Qualifications:
  High School Diploma or GED required
  Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) credential; candidates with relevant LNA, PCA, direct care, or healthcare experience are preferred
  Experience working with children, adolescents, and/or individuals with disabilities preferred
  Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
  Ability to safely lift, transfer, position, and assist students with mobility needs
• Additional Opportunities: Potential for additional hours through after-school and summer programs
• Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, transfer, reposition, and physically assist students throughout the school day.
• Additional Requirements:
  Background check required
  Must meet employment eligibility requirements
  Must be deemed Highly Qualified by having a minimum of 48 credit hours at an institution of higher education, or holding an Associate's Degree or higher; or by successfully passing ParaPro exam.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Mary Barton , Director of Student Support Services
• 609 VT Route 103 South
• Ludlow, Vermont 05149
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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