Special Education Assistant - Instructional (Part-time/no benefits)

Central Bucks School District; Warrington Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Bucks School District, at Tamanend Middle School, seeks a Special Education Assistant - Instructional for the 2026/2027 school year. This part-time role (~29.9 hours/week) runs a 10-month schedule from 7:30 AM to 1:55 PM, with a base rate of $20.84 per hour.

Additional pay may apply if student toileting is required. The incumbent will support students’ IEP goals in both special and regular education settings under professional supervision, requiring teamwork, good judgment, and strong

Qualifications

• Team player with ability to work in both special and regular education settings.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Patience and positive role modeling when working with students.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing individual education programs (IEPs) under supervision.
• Support student needs in both special and general education settings.
• Communicate effectively with students and staff; prioritize tasks and follow directions.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Patience

IEP support

Education

Associate degree preferred

High school diploma or GED required

Tools

Crisis prevention techniques

Job description

Special Education Assistant - Instructional

Employment Type

Part-time / No benefits

Location

Tamanend Middle School

Availability

2026/2027 School Year

Hours

29.9 hours per week or less. 10-month period 7:30 AM - 1:55 PM

Compensation

$20.84* per hour

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

Description

Perform a wide variety of duties in support of student(s) individualized education programs in both special (LS) and regular education settings as directed and supervised by a professional staff member.

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 coursework 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.