Special Education Aide ~ 26/27 School Year District

Abington Heights School District; Clarks Summit (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Abington Heights School District is seeking a Special Education Aide for the 26/27 school year. Under the supervision of certified staff, you will assist in classrooms to help meet instructional goals and support students with special needs.

The role includes supervising students, reinforcing learning, assisting with materials, and supporting IEP processes as needed. Location: Abington Heights School District. Posted 8/19/2026. Pay rate is $19.96/hour, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Arithmetic operations
• Word and Excel proficiency
• Confidentiality of information
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction.
• Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist in administration and correction of classroom exercises and assessments.
• Assist with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions and keep students on task.
• Assist students in non-instructional areas such as lunch, bus duty, playground, and study hall.

Job description

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Openings as of 8/20/2026

Special Education Aide ~ 26/27 School Year District JobID: 1499

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Special Education Aide
• Date Posted: 8/19/2026
• Location: Abington Heights School District

Monday thru Friday ~ $19.96/hour

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and to free certified professional employees from non-professional duties such as proctoring study halls to enable them to make a contribution to other aspects of the educational program, such as curriculum development.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
• Constructs, copies and distribute and use educational materials as needed.
• Assists teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education.
• Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, achievement if IEP objectives, etc.
• Participates in IEP process and serves as resource for the student personnel evaluation team as needed.
• Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
• May assist in the training of other paraprofessionals.

Additional Duties

• Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned
• Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Travel Requirements

Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

As a Special Education Aide, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of students with special needs. We offer professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about working with children and making a difference in their lives, we encourage you to apply.

Postings current as of 8/20/2026 8:33:13 PM CST.

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