Special Education Instructional Assistant/PCA - Life Skills

Central York School District; York (York County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with HSA

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

FSA

Job summary

Central York School District in York, PA seeks a full-time Special Education Instructional Assistant/Personal Care Assistant to support students with academic instruction and personal care in the Life Skills Classroom at Central York Middle School.

The IA/PCA collaborates with teachers, assists with IEPs, monitors behavior, and helps students access learning. The position involves direct student support, supervision, and documentation within a collaborative educational team.

Qualifications

• Supports students with IEPs and stays on-task
• Assists with personal care as needed
• Maintains classroom routines and behavior monitoring
• Provides learning support in subject areas and sessions

Responsibilities

• Provide and facilitate activities for assigned subjects
• Assist with IEPs and monitor behavior, take notes
• Re-teach material and assist with homework and projects
• Administer quizzes/tests under supervision
• Attend IEP/team meetings when required
• Prepare and set up learning activities; monitor student progress
• Record assessment data for students with special needs
• Supervise students in hallways and during meals and transitions
• Support community/work-based learning for learners with disabilities

Skills

IEP support

One-on-one aid

Classroom supervision

Student engagement

Education

Associates Degree or higher

Two years post-secondary study

Competency Assessment standard

First Aid & CPR certification

Background checks (PA)

Job description

Central York School District (CYSD) is seeking a dedicated and reliable full-time Special Education Instructional Assistant/Personal Care Assistant to join our Middle School team! As an IA/PCA, you will work closely with special education teachers and support staff to assist students with academic instruction, social development, and personal care as needed. You will play a vital role in the daily success of students by helping them access learning, follow routines, and reach their individual goals. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys making a meaningful impact while contributing to a supportive and collaborative educational team.

Mission:

Central York School District provides a high-quality academic experience within a supportive, valued, collaborative community that promotes students' personal growth and the pursuit of their passions and interests.

Our Vision:

Pursuing Excellence: All Panthers. Every Day. In All Ways.

Core Values:

Character | Perseverance | Accountability | Community | Excellence

Why Join the CYSD Team? Central York School District is named one of the Top 50 Employers in York County by the PA Department of Labor!

Where?

Central York Middle School - Life Skills Classroom

1950 N. Hills Road

York, PA 17406

7.00 Hours Per Day

186 Days Per Year

Job Summary

Provide instructional support to any and all students, and/or a specific student or group of students as assigned.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Please note: Duties and responsibilities for this position will vary depending on the building and grade to which the position is assigned, and if the position supports an entire classroom, a small group of students, or provides one-on-one assistance to a student.

• Provide and facilitate activities for all in the assigned subject area.


• Provide assistance to students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Assist student(s) with staying focused and on-task, monitor and report behavior problems; take notes on material being instructed, re-teach/teach material; assist students with completion of homework & tasks, classroom projects, and use of technology/computer.


• Prepare students with IEPs for quizzes and tests (i.e. study sessions, review games).


• Administer quizzes/tests as per IEP under guidance of classroom teacher and special education teacher.


• Attend/participate in IEP and team meetings, when required. Become familiar with IEPs of students serviced under the direction of the special education teacher.


• Assist with preparation and set-up of learning activities, monitor students' activities; provide one-on-one assistance with learning activities and test taking in class and through tutoring, data collection, grade assignments and tests.


• Teach learning strategies to individuals and small groups in one or multiple subject areas. Develop and implement learning activities (i.e. flashcards, worksheets, etc.).


• Record assessment data for students with special needs.


• Assist with student supervision in hallways, at breakfast, during assemblies, and at the beginning and end of school day.


• Provide services in the community/work environment for learners with disabilities.

Qualifications

Special Education Instructional Assistants must reach a qualified status as required by Pennsylvania regulations. Therefore, all Instructional Assistants/PCAs employed by Central York School District are required to meet one of the following qualifications:

• Associates Degree or higher OR


• Complete at least two (2) years of post-secondary study (48 credits) OR


• Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through the local Central York Credential of Competency Assessment.


• Current First Aid and CPR certification based on assignments


• Must have obtained (or will obtain) valid PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse and FBI Criminal History Background Checks within the last twelve (12) months.

Hourly Rate

$15.95-$20.70

• Step placement shall be based on years of service recognized by employer.

Eligible For The Following Benefits

• Medical with Health Spending Account, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Dependent Care, Aflac Supplemental Insurance Plans