Special Education Instructional Aide

Iu17; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

ESS in Wilkes-Barre, PA is seeking an Instructional Aide to support students under teacher guidance and assist with daily living activities and classroom tasks. The role includes collaboration with staff on IEPs, behavior plans, and inclusion supports.

The position pays $15 per hour and requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus college credits or Para Ed. certification, with background checks and mandated trainings completing the profile. This is a permanent, on-site role with ESS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 48 college credits or Para Ed Certification, or eligible to become Para Ed Certified within 12 months.
• Pennsylvania State Police Clearance for employment.
• Child Abuse Clearance for employment.
• FBI Fingerprinting.
• School Health Form: Physical and Tuberculosis Test.
• Pennsylvania Department of Education Form 6004: Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification.
• Act 126/Mandated Reporter training.
• CPR, CPI, and First Aid Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in implementing each student's educational program as outlined in IEPs.
• Liaise with teachers and staff about ongoing needs of individual students.
• Provide advice and solutions to classroom-related issues.
• Document student information, needs, gains, and problems.
• Follow behavior support plans and assist with student supervision during activities.
• Assist with daily living activities and mobility for students as needed.
• Support inclusion in regular education classes with modifications as directed.
• Attend meetings to develop/update IEPs and Evaluation Reports.
• Participate in trainings and in-service workshops to update skills.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

48 college credits or Para Ed Certification

Para Ed Certification within 1 year of hire

Job description

ESS in Wilkes-Barre, PA is seeking an Instructional Aide to support students under teacher guidance and assist with daily living activities and classroom tasks. The role includes collaboration with staff on IEPs, behavior plans, and inclusion supports.

The position pays $15 per hour and requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus college credits or Para Ed. certification, with background checks and mandated trainings completing the profile. This is a permanent, on-site role with ESS.