Special Education Instructional Aide (Part-Time)

Palmerton Area School District; Palmerton (Carbon County); In loco; USD 28.000 - 34.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Palmerton Area School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support students with special needs. The role involves one-on-one or small group work, classroom management, and implementing positive behavior supports under certified staff guidance.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with additional postsecondary study or an equivalent credential. Preference for experience in education and PDE Para Educator Credential.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or GED required; two years of postsecondary study, an associate's degree, or equivalent.
• Experience in an educational setting preferred.
• Para Educator Credential of Competency issued by PDE is acceptable.
• Ability to communicate with students, staff, and parents.

Mansioni

• Assist individual student or groups per IEP to reinforce educational skill development including academic content and daily living skills.
• Provide a safe, secure, and positive educational environment with supervision and intervention as needed.
• Follow behavior management protocols per IEP and employer requirements.
• Prepare, adapt, and modify educational materials to enhance learning.
• Assist with daily living skills as required (e.g., toileting, feeding, basic hygiene).
• Complete 20 hours of staff development annually between July 1 and June 30.
• Assist with progress monitoring and data collection for IEP goals.

Conoscenze

Communication

Relationship building

Organization & planning

Group instruction

Behavior management

Regular attendance

Tech for learning

Confidentiality

Special education basics

Diversity awareness

Formazione

Two years postsecondary study

Associate's degree or higher

PDE Para Educator Credential

Descrizione del lavoro

Palmerton Area School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support students with special needs. The role involves one-on-one or small group work, classroom management, and implementing positive behavior supports under certified staff guidance.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with additional postsecondary study or an equivalent credential. Preference for experience in education and PDE Para Educator Credential.