Title 1 Instructional Assistant

Central York School District; Hayshire (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with HSA

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Aflac Supplemental Insurance Plans

Job summary

Central York School District in Hayshire, PA is hiring a Title I Instructional Assistant for Hayshire Elementary School. The assistant will work with teachers to provide targeted reading and math interventions for students who qualify for Title I services, in small groups or one‑on‑one.

The role supports a strong school mission and inclusive learning environment, with a 6.5‑hour day, 186 days per year, and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must qualify by one of: associate degree or higher; 48 college credits; CAPE test; local assessment.
• Ability to be organized and have good communication skills.
• Willing to obtain PA background checks (Criminal, Child Abuse, FBI).

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to Title I students in developing reading and math strategies.
• Assist teachers and certified reading specialist in monitoring student progress.
• Assist the teacher with maintenance of an environment conducive to learning.
• Develop materials in accordance with the directions of the reading specialist.
• Maintain inventory of Title I materials and duplication of resources.
• Help maintain Title I records.
• Assist the Reading Specialist/Classroom Teacher in providing individual drill and practice.
• Help maintain a positive classroom climate that fosters understanding, respect, and self-esteem.
• Be alert for problem areas and communicate potential problems to the teacher.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned by the building principal.

Skills

Reading intervention

Math intervention

Small group instruction

One-on-one support

Progress monitoring

Education

Associate degree or higher

48 college credits

CAPE test

Local assessment

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Central York School District

• Position Type: Building Support Staff/Instructional Assistant (10 months)
• Date Posted: 9/3/2026

Central York School District (CYSD) has an opportunity for a Title I Instructional Assistants to join Hayshire Elementary School. The Title I Instructional Assistant will work closely with teachers to provide targeted instructional support in small groups or one-on-one settings, focusing on reading and math interventions for students who qualify for Title I services.

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?

Hayshire Elementary School

2801 Hayshire Drive

York, PA 17406

6.5 Hours Per Day

186 Days Per Year

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Please note: Duties and responsibilities for this position will vary depending on the 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 assistance to Title I students in developing reading and math strategies, as assigned.
• Assist teachers and certified reading specialist in monitoring student progress.
• Assist the teacher with maintenance of an environment and climate conductive to learning.
• Develop materials in accordance with the directions of the reading specialist.
• Maintain inventory of Title I materials, including the duplication of appropriate resources.
• Help maintain Title I records.
• Assist the Reading Specialist/Classroom Teacher in providing individual drill and practice as needed.
• Help maintain a positive classroom climate, which fosters understanding, respect, and self-esteem.
• Be alert for problem areas and communicate potential problems to the teacher.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned by the building principal.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Highly Qualified Status by one of the following means is required:
  • Possess an associate's degree or higher
  • Have completed two years of post-secondary study (48 college credits)
  • Demonstrate satisfactory performance on the CAPE test
  • Demonstrate satisfactory performance on the local assessment
• Must demonstrate the ability to be organized and have good communication skills
• Must have (or willing to obtain) current PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse and FBI Criminal History Background Checks

Hourly Rate

$14.40-$19.15

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

Eligible benefits

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

Postings current as of 9/13/2026 2:21:32 AM CST.

Internal applicants only.

(Internal candidates are either current full-time or part-time employees.)

This does NOT include substitutes or guest teachers.