Special Needs Student Aide – Personal Support

Iu17; Dallas (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

ESS is seeking an ESS Student Aide in Dallas, PA to assist a specific student under the supervision of a certified professional. The role involves supporting daily living activities and classroom adaptation to meet the student’s needs, while complying with ESS and district policies.

Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma or GED and possess required background checks. The position emphasizes attendance, flexibility, and cooperative teamwork in a school setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Pennsylvania State Police Clearance and Child Abuse Clearance required.
• FBI Fingerprinting and Tuberculosis test are part of employment checks.
• Act 126/Mandated Reporter training preferred; CPR/First Aid certification encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assist with self-sufficiency training and maintenance of skills for a child with physical disabilities.
• Perform personal care tasks to enable participation in activities in the least restrictive environment.
• Support student in activities of daily living to promote comfort and well-being.
• Assist in arranging classroom environment to meet student needs and adhere to policies.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent ( GED)

Tools

CPR Certification

CPI Certification

First Aid Certification

Pennsylvania State Police Clearance

Child Abuse Clearance

FBI Fingerprinting

Tuberculosis Test

Act 126/Mandated Reporter training

Job description

ESS is seeking an ESS Student Aide in Dallas, PA to assist a specific student under the supervision of a certified professional. The role involves supporting daily living activities and classroom adaptation to meet the student’s needs, while complying with ESS and district policies.

Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma or GED and possess required background checks. The position emphasizes attendance, flexibility, and cooperative teamwork in a school setting.