Special Education Assistant - (Full-time w/benefits)

Central Bucks School District • Mill Creek, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Perform a wide variety of duties in support of student(s) individualized education programs in both special (Learning Support) and regular education Learning Support settings as directed and supervised by a professional staff member. If student toileting is required, additional $1.25 per hour will be added to base pay. Must work as a team member and exercise good judgment, prioritize tasks and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Candidates must have patience and enjoy working with children. All other duties as assigned. Utilization of crisis prevention techniques/strategies (including possible restraint as a last resort) with students who require such in their IEP. Training will be provided via CBSD.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/Transcripts or GED equivalent required at time of hire (the minimum).
• Must work as a team member.
• Exercise good judgment.
• Prioritize tasks.
• Effectively communicate with both students and adults.
• Be a positive role model for students.
• Ability to work in a school setting for extended periods, including but not limited to sitting, standing, bending, reaching, walking, talking, hearing, climbing stairs, and lifting to 20 lbs.
• Some assignments may require lifting excess of 50 lbs. while assisting students with specific personal care needs, or restraint.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 2 years college course work or Associate Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of duties in support of student(s) individualized education programs in both special (Learning Support) and regular education Learning Support settings as directed and supervised by a professional staff member.
• Work as a team member.
• Exercise good judgment.
• Prioritize tasks.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Utilize crisis prevention techniques/strategies (including possible restraint as a last resort) with students who require such in their IEP.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full-time w/benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED