Special Needs Learning Support Assistant

East Penn School District; Emmaus (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

East Penn School District seeks an Instructional Assistant - Learning Support to support students with special needs in instructional programs, including one-on-one or group review, classroom management, and behavior support plans.

The role is non-exempt, 10-month, 29 hours per week, with duties including assisting certificated staff, supervising students, and completing clerical tasks; CPR and basic first aid cert required; High School Diploma or GED; plus postsecondary study options or PDE

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational setting preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR and basic first aid certification required.
• Meet one of the listed education/credential pathways.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce skill development with individuals or groups as directed by the classroom teacher.
• Monitor and direct activities for students as directed.
• Attend to students' physical needs as required.
• Provide safe, positive supervision across school settings; help manage behavior per IEP.

Skills

Student support

Communication

Classroom assistance

Behavior support

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR and First Aid

Two years post-secondary study

Associates degree or higher

PDE Para Educator Credential

Job description

East Penn School District seeks an Instructional Assistant - Learning Support to support students with special needs in instructional programs, including one-on-one or group review, classroom management, and behavior support plans.

The role is non-exempt, 10-month, 29 hours per week, with duties including assisting certificated staff, supervising students, and completing clerical tasks; CPR and basic first aid cert required; High School Diploma or GED; plus postsecondary study options or PDE