Part Time Instructional Assistant - Child Career Development Center

Chester County Intermediate Unit • Downingtown, PA

83d • $18 - $24

About The Position

At the present time, a vacancy exists for part-time Instructional Assistants for the 2025 - 2026 school year within the Student Services division of the Chester County Intermediate Unit, located in Coatesville, PA. Positions are benefits-eligible. Are you motivated to create brighter futures for students, families, and the entire community? If so, we want you on Team CCIU! At the CCIU, we pride ourselves on the creativity, dedication, and collaborative spirit that our employees bring to their work every day, and we know that achieving success together takes a team approach! We strive to hire exceptional, motivated, and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaders who contribute to a better Chester County and beyond. If you are looking for an exciting, challenging opportunity to grow your career, don't wait - apply today to make Team CCIU even stronger tomorrow!

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree or higher OR completion of two years of post-secondary education OR 48 credit hours from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Experience with special needs population preferred.
• Experience working with students with severe/complex behavioral/emotional issues preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
• Current police, child abuse, and FBI fingerprint clearances required.
• Clearance as an MA provider by the Commonwealth of PA and federal government (conducted by CCIU upon hire).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with special needs population.
• Experience working with students with severe/complex behavioral/emotional issues.
• CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the implementation of a basic skills program or educational programming.
• Performing duties as directed by the educational consultant or classroom teacher.
• Providing individual tutoring or one-on-one support for a student with special needs.
• Working independently and as a member of a team in an educational setting.
• Physical intervention with students in crisis may be required.

Benefits

• Ability to purchase excellent medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement through PSERS, PA's Public School Employees Retirement System.
• Board paid Worker's Compensation.
• New employees are granted 2 personal days annually in addition to pro-rated sick leave based upon FTE; unlimited accumulation on sick days.
• Tuition reimbursement - Pro-rated amount of 100% of 12 credits per year based upon FTE.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED