R 3245 Personal Care Teacher Assistant - SPED BCIS

Barnstable Public Schools; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

BARNSTABLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS is seeking a Special Education Personal Care Teacher Assistant (PCTA) at Barnstable Community Innovation School in Hyannis, MA. This full-time, hourly position supports teachers in meeting individualized student needs and fosters inclusive education.

The role requires basic college work, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and a commitment to student growth with collaboration among staff. Apply through the district website.

Qualifications

• One year of college required; two years of college preferred.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Interest in and exposure with students with disabilities.
• Basic understanding of child growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ethical behavior and maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning.
• Implement student behavior plans.
• Monitor health concerns in collaboration with staff.

Skills

Behavior management

Assisting students with disabilities

Personal care support

Data collection and organization

Confidentiality

Education

One year of college required

Two years of college preferred

Tools

Restraint program certification

Job description

R 3245 Personal Care Teacher Assistant - SPED BCIS

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Job Details

Job ID: 5901387

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 25, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

BARNSTABLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

HYANNIS, MA 02601

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Special Education Personal Care Teacher Assistant (PCTA)

JOB GOAL: To assist school staff in meeting individualized student and program needs. Aligns with the vision and mission of Barnstable Community Innovation School.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year of college required; two years of college preferred.
• Physical condition so as to be able to manage behavior/physically challenged students; must have the ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Interest in and exposure with students with disabilities.
• Basic understanding of child growth and development.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Principal or Director of Special Education/Designee may find appropriate or acceptable.

REPORTS TO: Principal or Designee

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

THIS POSITION IS INDIVIDUALIZED DUE TO UNIQUE NEEDS OF STUDENTS AND PROGRAMS. DIRECTION OF THE PCTA IS PROVIDED BY THE SPECIAL EDUCATION COORDINATOR OR SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER.

• Demonstrate ethical behavior and maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Current restraint program certification.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning of material or skills initially introduced by the teacher.
• Implement student behavior plans.
• Awareness of identified student health concerns, monitor/assist as appropriate in collaboration with teacher and nurse.
• Toileting/personal care/hygiene, when necessary.
• Awareness of student-assistance protocol.
• Assist with collecting, maintaining, and organizing data and portfolios, and/or work samples of student(s).
• Assist student(s) with organization of desk, homework, class work and materials.
• Assist special education teacher with implementation of student academic plans.
• When applicable, consult daily with teachers and other service providers.
• Facilitate student(s) social interaction.
• Support student(s) inclusion in the general education setting as consistent with student’s IEP.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal or Director of Special Education.

JOB ENVIRONMENT: PreK-12 School

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Include frequent standing, walking, stooping, climbing, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds; and possible exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases, depending on specific assignment.

TERMS OF

EMPLOYMENT: Per Contract

SALARY: Per Contract

ALL CANDIDATES SHOULD VISIT OUR WEBSITE, www.barnstable.k12.ma.us, FOR APPLICATION INFORMATION

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Barnstable Public Schools is an EOE and strongly encourages minority candidates to apply.

Revised June 2024

Position Type: Full Time - Hourly

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kristen Mendl , Principal
• Barnstable Community Innovation School
• Email: [e-mail]

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