Special Education Assistant (Full-time w/benefits)

Central Bucks School District; Chalfont (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Bucks School District seeks a Special Education Assistant - Instructional at Unami Middle School for the 2026/2027 school year. This full-time, 10-month role runs 7:15-2:45 with a 30-minute unpaid lunch, at a rate of $20.84 per hour.

The position supports students with IEPs in both special autistic and regular education settings under supervision. Applicants should have at least 2 years of college coursework or an associate degree, and a high school diploma or GED at hire.

Qualifications

• 2+ years college coursework or an associate degree preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required at time of hire.
• Must work as a team member, exercise good judgment, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively with students and adults.

Responsibilities

• Support student(s) IEPs in both special autistic support and regular education settings as directed.
• Perform a wide variety of duties in support of student needs under guidance of a professional staff member.
• Utilize crisis prevention techniques as trained; restraint as a last resort may be required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Prioritization

Education

Associate Degree preferred

High School Diploma required

Job description

POSITION: Special Education Assistant - Instructional (Full-time w/benefits) LOCATION: Unami Middle School AVAILABLE: 2026/2027 School Year HOURS: Full-time/10-month
7:15-2:45 w/ 30 minute unpaid lunch COMPENSATION: $20.84* p/hr DESCRIPTION: Perform a wide variety of duties in support of student(s) individualized education programs in both special autistic support and regular education settings as directed and supervised by a professional staff member.

• If student toileting is required, additional $1.25 per hour will be added to base pay.

Must work as a team member and exercise good judgment, prioritize tasks and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Candidates must have patience and enjoy working with children. All other duties as assigned. Requirements Utilization of crisis prevention techniques/strategies (including possible restraint as a last resort) with students who require such in their IEP. Training will be provided via CBSD. REQUIREMENTS: Minimum 2 years college course work or Associate Degree preferred. High School Diploma/Transcripts or GED equivalent required at time of hire (the minimum). Must work as a team member, exercise good judgment, prioritize tasks, effectively communicate with both students and adults and be a positive role model for students. Physical Requirements Ability to work in a school setting for extended periods, including but not limited to sitting, standing, bending, reaching, walking, talking, hearing, climbing stairs, and lifting to 20 lbs.

• Some assignments may require lifting excess of 50 lbs. while assisting students with specific personal care needs, or restraint

• The district reserves the right to close this posting after seven (7) calendar days should a suitable applicant be found.

All employment is provisional for 90 days as required by ACT 168 of 2014, enacted December 22, 2014. IF YOU ARE A NEW HIRE WITH CBSD, you must complete the ACT 168 INQUIRY FORM which is included in the New Hire Checklist. See details and instructions on the Inquiry Form.