Special Education Aide: Autistic Support & Inclusion

Young World Physical Education; Meadville (Crawford County); On-site; USD 12,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Crawford Central School District Meadville Area Senior High School in Meadville, PA seeks a Part-Time Autistic Support Aide to support our learning support program. 183 days, 4.5 hours per day; start date August 31, 2026.

Training provided for new employees and opportunities to assist with behavior management. The role involves assisting a special educator, addressing student needs, toileting/diapering as needed, and potential van transport support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic computer skills.
• Flexibility when working with children of different ages and abilities.
• Meets the Highly qualified requirement when deemed necessary.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as appropriate or acceptable by the board.

Responsibilities

• Supports instructional program for special needs students with practice, review, and drill.
• Assists in guiding, redirecting, and prompting student behavior.
• Assists in implementing and charting behavior management plans and progress toward educational goals.
• Assists in preparing adapted or modified learning materials.
• Assists students with use of assistive devices or other equipment.
• Monitors pupil activity during independent study periods.
• Helps students with self-help skills such as eating, dressing, and toileting as needed.
• Acts as liaison between learning support and classroom teachers.
• Pursues continuing education in Behavior Management Techniques and related areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the learning support teacher or principal.

Skills

CPR Training

First Aid

Behavior management

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer basics

Job description

Crawford Central School District Meadville Area Senior High School in Meadville, PA seeks a Part-Time Autistic Support Aide to support our learning support program. 183 days, 4.5 hours per day; start date August 31, 2026.

Training provided for new employees and opportunities to assist with behavior management. The role involves assisting a special educator, addressing student needs, toileting/diapering as needed, and potential van transport support.