Special Education Assistant (Part-time/no benefits)

Central Bucks School District; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Bucks School District seeks a Special Education Assistant - Instructional at Holicong Middle School for the 2026/2027 school year. The part-time role requires up to 29.9 hours per week with no benefits, at $20.84 per hour. Some assignments include additional pay for student toileting needs.

Team collaboration, strong written and oral communication, and patient engagement with students are essential. Training in crisis prevention is provided by CBSD.

Qualifications

• Crisis prevention techniques training; IEP related support training and possible restraint as a last resort.
• Minimum 2 years college coursework or an Associate Degree preferred; High School Diploma/GED required at hire.
• Must work as a team member, exercise good judgment, prioritize tasks and model positive behavior for students.

Skills

Teamwork

Written & oral communication

Patience with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Special Education Assistant - Instructional

POSITION: Special Education Assistant - Instructional

Part-time/No benefits

LOCATION: Holicong Middle School

AVAILABLE: 2026/2027 School Year

HOURS: 29.9 hours p/week or less Exact hours TBD

COMPENSATION: $20.84* p/hr

DESCRIPTION

• 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.

PROCEDURE

• The district reserves the right to close this posting after seven (7) calendar days should a suitable applicant be found.

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.