School Program & Student Support Assistant

Castle High School; Newburgh (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Castle High School in Newburgh, Indiana, is seeking a Program Assistant to support students with physical, emotional, and learning disabilities, individually or in small groups, under the teacher's direction.

The role includes assisting with assignments, preparing materials, monitoring behavior, and coordinating with therapists; it may involve bus duties and potential full-time bus driving benefits.

Qualifications

• Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education; or
• Obtained an associate’s (or higher) degree; or
• Demonstrated ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.

Responsibilities

• Assigns work to students.
• Takes over classes during teacher absences.
• Prepares classroom materials and assists in cleanup.
• Maintains records (attendance, funds, field trips, files).
• Monitors students in various settings (cafeteria, seat work, assemblies).
• Assists individual students and small groups with tasks.
• Assists students with make-up work.
• Assists substitute teachers.
• Administers first aid until nurse takes over.
• Helps students with restroom needs and bus routines.
• Works with therapists and other personnel.
• Records behavior problems.

Skills

Ability to lift 10–20 lbs

Team collaboration

Attendance and record-keeping

Education

Two years of college or higher

Associate’s degree or higher

Ability to assist in reading, writing, math

Job description

Castle High School in Newburgh, Indiana, is seeking a Program Assistant to support students with physical, emotional, and learning disabilities, individually or in small groups, under the teacher's direction.

The role includes assisting with assignments, preparing materials, monitoring behavior, and coordinating with therapists; it may involve bus duties and potential full-time bus driving benefits.