Special Education Aide- 2026-2027 School Year

Young World Physical Education; Folcroft (Delaware County); On-site; USD 27,386 - 28,103; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is hiring a Special Education Aide for the 2026-2027 school year, located in Folcroft, Pennsylvania. The role involves assisting students with daily activities, providing support to teachers, and ensuring a safe learning environment.

Applicants should have at least an Associate's degree and experience working with special education students. This full-time role offers a starting pay of $19.88/hour, with opportunities for salary increases after 90 days.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree or higher or specific college credits.
• Yearly training and CPR certification required.
• Previous experience in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with daily routines and classroom activities.
• Support the classroom teacher with instructional tasks.
• Provide assistance in various academic areas as needed.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work with students

Ability to follow directions

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to organize tasks

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

In-person First Aid and CPR Training

Yearly paraprofessional training

Job description

Special Education Aide - 2026-2027 School Year

Southeast Delco School District. District Wide - Folcroft, Pennsylvania. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

• Job ID: 5772983
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jun 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Southeast Delco School District

Special Education Aide

Multiple Locations Available

2026-2027 School Year

Assist Special Education students and provide support to the Special Education teacher. Maintain strict confidentiality with respect to information concerning students, personnel, and other administrative matters affecting the district.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The Southeast Delco School District will adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in assessing an employee's ability to carry out or otherwise meet the job requirements set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.

Duty & Responsibilities

• Assist children with student line-up before classes begin each morning or at the end of the day.
• Provide support and assistance to the classroom teacher including, but not limited to, creating bulletin boards and making copies.
• Review student's homework and create homework folders for the students.
• Provide assistance and support in the classroom to students as needed.
• Provide assistance with academics in all academic areas including, but not limited to, providing small group instruction.
• Accompany students to special events and to other classrooms, including music, art and gym.
• Provide coverage at lunch periods to ensure safety and appropriate behavior.
• Provide information as needed to Special Education department and regular education teacher (if applicable) regarding a student's behavior in special areas.
• Diapering and toileting of students on an as-needed basis.
• Have knowledge about the students and be prepared to provide assistance to special area teachers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work with students
• Must be cooperative, congenial, and service-oriented
• Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to organize tasks
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to exercise good judgment

Education & Experience

• Must have Associate’s degree or higher or pass a local assessment test or hold at least forty-five (45) college credits or evidence of successful completion of required state test
• In-person First Aid and CPR Training issued within 2 years.
• Yearly paraprofessional training required – with a minimal of twenty (20) hours of training yearly
• Must complete a PDE state approved crisis intervention restraint training shortly after being hiredPrevious experience as an Aide in a school setting desired.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to reach above and below the waist
• Ability to use fingers to pick, feel and grasp objects
• Ability to use both hands for repetitive motion
• Considerable bending and twisting of the body required
• Some stooping and squatting required
• Ability to lift and/or carry supplies and/or papers weighing no more than 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time of the workday
• Visual acuity
• Auditory acuity

Level of Compensation

This position's salary is determined by the collective bargaining plan for Support Staff employees. The starting salary for this position is $19.88/hour. After the completion of the 90-day probationary period, this position is eligible for a raise to bring the salary to $20.40/hour.

Disclaimer

The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the scope of responsibility, and the level of knowledge and skills typically required, but should not be considered an inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status.

Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee.

The Southeast Delco School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.

Contact Information

• Megan Giunta , HR Specialist
• 1560 Delmar Dr.
• Folcroft, Pennsylvania 19032
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]