Special Education Assistant (Full-time w/benefits)

Central Bucks School District; Warrington Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Bucks School District seeks a Special Education Assistant - Instructional - Autistic Support at Barclay Elementary School for the 2026/2027 year. The role supports students with IEPs in both special education and regular education settings under supervision of licensed staff.

Includes duties such as assisting with personalized education plans, supervising classroom activities, and coordinating with teachers to implement interventions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years college coursework or Associate Degree preferred.
• High School Diploma/ GED equivalent required at time of hire.
• Must work as a team member, exercise good judgment, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support students with individualized education programs (IEPs) in special education and regular education settings under supervision of licensed staff.
• Assist with implementing behavior supports and instructional strategies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by professional staff.

Education

Associate degree or 2 years college coursework

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position

Special Education Assistant - Instructional - Autistic Support

Contract type / Working hours: Full-time, 10-month (exact hours TBD)

Location: Barclay Elementary School

Availability: 2026/2027 School Year

Compensation: $20.84* per hour

Description

Perform a wide variety of duties in support of student(s) individualized education programs in both special education/LIAS 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.

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.

Employment Conditions

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.