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

Central Bucks School District; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Bucks School District seeks a Special Education Assistant (Instructoral) at Doyle Elementary School for the 2026/2027 school year. The role is part-time with a 29.9-hour week, located at Doyle Elementary, with a starting pay of $20.84 per hour and no benefits.

Availability for the 2026/2027 school year and potential overtime or add-on for toileting tasks may apply. The position requires teamwork, effective communication, and the ability to work with students under IEP guidance.

Qualifications

• Must work as a team member, exercise good judgment and communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Candidates should be patient and enjoy working with children.
• Minimum education as listed, with preferred associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Support student IEP goals in both special and regular education settings.
• Perform duties under supervision of professional staff.
• Assist with daily classroom tasks and student supervision.

Skills

Team player

Effective communicator

Patience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree preferred

2 years college coursework

Job description

Special Education Assistant - Instructional

Part-time/No benefits

Location: Doyle Elementary School

Available: 2026/2027 School Year

Hours: 29.9 hours p/week

8:10-2:35 pm (1/2 hour 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 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

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.