Special Education Assistant (Part-time/No benefits)

Central Bucks School District; Chalfont (PA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Bucks School District seeks a Special Education Assistant - Learning Support at Butler Elementary School for the 2026/2027 school year. This part-time role (29.6 hours/week, exact hours TBD) supports students with IEPs in both learning support and regular education settings under supervision.

The position pays $20.84 per hour with a potential $1.25 per hour bump when toileting duties are required; duties include teamwork, effective communication, and patient interaction with children.

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 and communicate effectively with students and adults.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs; may lift up to 50 lbs for personal care needs.

Responsibilities

• Support student IEP goals in Learning Support and regular education settings.
• Crisis prevention techniques may be used as a last resort; training provided.

Skills

Team player

Oral & written comms

Patience

Education

2 years college coursework

Associate degree preferred

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Special Education Assistant - Learning Support

POSITION: Special Education Assistant - Learning Support

Part‑time/No benefits

LOCATION: Butler Elementary School

AVAILABLE: 2026/2027 School Year

HOURS: 29.6 hours p/week (Exact hours TBD)

COMPENSATION: $20.84* p/hr

DESCRIPTION: Perform a wide variety of duties in support of student(s) individualized education programs in both special (Learning 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