Play Assistant

Carlynton School District; Robinson Township (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 1,800 - 2,400; Part time

Job summary

The Carlynton School District is accepting applications for the 2026/2027 school year for supplemental Play Assistant positions. Rates are 2,065.00 as per the CFT CBA and may increase pending ratification of the new agreement.

Position requires strong communication, organizational, and child-interaction skills, with attention to confidentiality and safety protocols. Compliance with PA Act clearances is required as part of the employment process.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with administrators, staff, students, parents, substitutes, and community stakeholders.
• Knowledge and effective use of communication methods and technology appropriate to assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to identify concerns, analyze problems, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Ability to exercise initiative, sound judgment, and decision‑making within established administrative guidelines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding District operations, personnel, and student information.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, and accountability in all job responsibilities.
• Adheres to District policies, procedures, and established chain of command.
• Responds appropriately to supervision, direction, and feedback.
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Maintains appropriate professional appearance and conduct for the work environment.
• Incorporates innovative and progressive practices when appropriate to support District goals.

Skills

Multitasking

Prioritization

Communication

Problem solving

Initiative

Confidentiality

Job description

The Carlynton School District is interested in receiving applications for the 2026/2027 School Year for the following supplemental positions:

Activities: Play Assistant $2,065.00 as per the CFT CBA

**Rates are subject to increase pending the outcome of the ratification of the new CFT Agreement.**

Position Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with administrators, staff, students, parents, substitutes, and community stakeholders.
• Knowledge and effective use of communication methods and technology appropriate to assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to identify concerns, analyze problems, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Ability to exercise initiative, sound judgment, and decision‑making within established administrative guidelines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding District operations, personnel, and student information.

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships with students, parents, staff, administration, and community members.
• Ability to listen, respond, and interact with others in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team member, coordinator, or leader as assigned.
• Demonstrated ability to promote a positive, cooperative, and service‑oriented work environment.
• Ability to manage responsibilities and challenges in a fair, consistent, and equitable manner.
• Ability to work effectively in environments with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.

Position Expectations

Professional Responsibilities

• Demonstrates professionalism, dependability, and accountability in all job responsibilities.
• Adheres to District policies, procedures, and established chain of command.
• Responds appropriately to supervision, direction, and feedback.
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Maintains appropriate professional appearance and conduct for the work environment.
• Incorporates innovative and progressive practices when appropriate to support District goals.
• Reports to work on time, maintains regular attendance, and uses work time efficiently and productively.

Physical Demands

• Ability to traverse throughout school buildings and District facilities as needed.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, move, or transport materials and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate office equipment and computer technology.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and finger movements associated with keyboard and computer use.

Driver's License:

• Must have a valid driver's license.

Clearances:

• Every employee must submit an Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification Form as required under Pennsylvania Act 24 of 2011, Act 34 (Criminal Record Check), Act 151 (Child Abuse History Check), FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) Criminal History Check, Act 126 (Part I) Recognizing Child Abuse and Mandated Reporter Training, and Act 126 (Part II) Professional Ethics & Educator Discipline Act.
• As per Act 15 of 2015, all clearances must be renewed every five (5) years. Also, as of December 22, 2014, Act 168 of 2014 requires all newly hired employees to provide the District with the Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release Form for all former employers in which they had direct contact with children and any current employer/s. The District may not hire any applicant for a position until the employment history review process has been completed.

Terms of Employment:

• Work year, salary and benefits defined as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Carlynton School District and the Carlynton Federation of Teachers.