Special Education Assistant (Part-time/no benefits)

Central Bucks School District; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Bucks School District seeks a Special Education Assistant to support students in the Barclay Elementary School during the 2026/2027 school year. This instructional role is part-time with no benefits and involves assisting with IEPs under professional supervision.

The position requires teamwork, effective communication, and the ability to prioritize tasks while maintaining safety. Training on crisis prevention is provided; a 90-day provisional period applies, and the role may include

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support students with individualized education programs in special education and regular education settings under supervision.
• Utilize crisis prevention techniques; possible restraint as a last resort; training provided by CBSD.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Prioritization

Judgment

Education

Associate Degree or higher

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Special Education Assistant (Part-time/no benefits) JobID: 7466

• Position Type: SUPPORT STAFF/ Special Education Assistant
• Date Posted: 7/29/2026
• Date Available: 08/31/2026
• Closing Date: 05/30/2027

POSITION

Special Education Assistant - Instructional

Part-time/No benefits

LOCATION

Barclay Elementary School

AVAILABLE

2026/2027 School Year

HOURS

29.9 hours p/week or less

COMPENSATION

$20.84* p/hr

DESCRIPTION

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

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

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

PROCEDURE

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.