2026 - $18.91 per hour)

Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12•Chambersburg, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Franklin Learning Center is a center-based educational setting located in York, PA within the LIU 12 footprint. FLC provides a highly individualized and structured classroom model. The classrooms are designed to provide highly structured environments for students with unique learning, behavioral, and medical challenges that prevent them from participating in a typical school setting or larger educational environment. This position is for an assistant role (PCA or TA) in a special education classroom at the Franklin Learning Center. Multiple openings are available across various programs. While prior experience is not required, candidates should be eager to learn and demonstrate compassion and dedication toward supporting children with special needs. A Teacher Assistant (TA) assists a teacher in maintaining a positive learning environment in the classroom, ensuring the continuance of the education program developed by the teacher. A Personal Care Assistant (PCA) assists a student with self-sufficiency, communication, interpersonal, social, academic, and mobility skills. The PCA assists a student in accessing their educational program which could include assistance with balance, visual perceptual activities, fine and/or gross motor skills, boarding/exiting school van, prompts to stay focused. The Franklin Learning Center provides support for students ages 3-21 in the following programs: Autistic Support, Emotional Support, Behavioral Intervention, Life Skills Support, Dual Diagnosis Support, Multi-disabilities Support, Therapeutic Emotional Support.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Must have or obtain and maintain a current certificate in first aid
Must have or obtain and maintain a current certificate in CPR
Must obtain additional competency as mandated by PA Dept. of Education (within one year from date of hire)
Must complete twenty (20) hours of professional development related to assignment each year
Patience, flexibility, and positive attitude
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively with teachers and staff

Nice To Haves

Must have or obtain and maintain current certificate in LIU-approved crisis management and intervention program, preferred
Relevant experience working with students in an educational setting (preferred)

Responsibilities

Assists a teacher in maintaining a positive learning environment in the classroom, ensuring the continuance of the education program developed by the teacher.
Assists a student with self-sufficiency, communication, interpersonal, social, academic, and mobility skills.
Assists a student in accessing their educational program which could include assistance with balance, visual perceptual activities, fine and/or gross motor skills, boarding/exiting school van, prompts to stay focused.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical insurance available for a nominal premium, plus free dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
Life Insurance at No Cost: All full-time support staff receive a $30,000 life insurance policy at no cost.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential support for employees and dependents, including three counseling sessions per person, per year.
Paid Time Off: Sick days and Personal days each year.
Income Protection: Short-term and long-term disability coverage available.
Retirement Benefits: Participation in the Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS).
Exclusive Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center: Available to employees and covered family members (age 2+). No copays or deductibles for services provided at the center for those enrolled in the LIU medical plan.
Student Loan Forgiveness Eligibility: LIU employment may qualify you for federal Student Loan Forgiveness Programs.

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