Special Education Assistants - Franklin Learning Center (Now $18.45/hr!*)

Lincoln Intermediate Unit • New Oxford, PA

119d • $18

About The Position

This is for an assistant role (PCA or TA) in a special education classroom at the Franklin Learning Center. There are several positions available in multiple programs; though no experience is required, person must be willing to learn and have a heart for 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.

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 have or obtain and maintain certificate in LIU-approved crisis management and intervention program, preferred.
• Must obtain highly qualified status within one year from date of hire.
• Relevant experience working with students in an educational setting, preferred.
• Patience, flexibility, and positive attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively with teachers and staff.
• Must complete twenty (20) hours of professional development related to assignment each year (July 1-June 30) to continue employment.
• Must obtain 'qualified' status within one (1) year from date of hire.
• Certificate of Competency - free of cost and can be acquired on the job OR CAPE test.
• OR having an associate's degree or higher.
• OR having completed 2 years (48 credits) of postsecondary study.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience working with students in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist a teacher in maintaining a positive learning environment in the classroom.
• Ensure the continuance of the education program developed by the teacher.
• Assist a student with self-sufficiency, communication, interpersonal, social, academic, and mobility skills.
• Help students access their educational program.
• Provide assistance with balance, visual perceptual activities, fine and/or gross motor skills.
• Assist students in boarding/exiting school van.
• Provide prompts to help students stay focused.

Benefits

• Medical (for a nominal premium), dental and vision insurance. Dental & Vision are at no cost to the employee.
• All full-time support staff receive a $30,000 life insurance policy, at no cost to the employee.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for any employees and eligible dependents. You have the opportunity for 3 free counseling sessions per year, per person.
• Short-term Disability.
• Long-term Disability.
• Public School Employees Retirement System (PSERS).
• Paid Time Off.
• Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center - an on-site health clinic available to employees and their family members (2 years & older) enrolled in the LIU medical plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees