Part time enhanced SSP with educational experience

Cb • West Chester, PA

2d

About The Position

Provide one-on-one educational and daily-living support to a friendly 32-year-old man with autism and an intellectual disability in Chadds Ford and West Chester, Pennsylvania. The role focuses on building a positive relationship and using teaching skills, creativity, and encouragement to support learning, confidence, and independence. Activities may include educational games, tabletop and hands-on activities, reading, functional academics, daily routines, independent-living skills, and occasional community outings. The position offers approximately 9–12 hours per week, typically one or two weekdays between 12 PM and 4 or 5 PM, with no evening hours. The worker will receive ongoing guidance and support from an involved parent and Behavior Specialist.

Requirements

• Patient, dependable, compassionate, enthusiastic, creative, and positive approach.
• Ability to work independently while following established guidance.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or higher, or appropriate professional credentials, in education, special education, psychology, counseling, social work, therapeutic recreation, or a related human-services field.
• NADD certification or CNA credentials.
• Previous experience with autism, intellectual disabilities, special education, or behavioral support.
• Enjoys teaching through games, activities, and hands-on experiences.

Responsibilities

• Plan and participate in engaging tabletop activities and educational games.
• Use teaching strategies to encourage learning and skill development.
• Incorporate reading, functional academics, and hands-on activities into everyday interactions.
• Support daily routines and the development of independent-living skills.
• Participate in community outings and explore shared interests.
• Provide positive encouragement while helping build confidence and independence.
• Work independently while following established guidance.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $37.00 per hour (the posting also states $37.50 per hour).
• Flexible schedule of approximately 9–12 hours per week, primarily one or two weekdays between 12 PM and 4 or 5 PM.
• No evening hours.
• Ongoing guidance and support from an involved parent and Behavior Specialist.
• Meaningful one-on-one experience applying educational and behavioral support skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed