Personal Care Assistant

1 week ago

Jenkintown, United States Educators On Call Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

* The PCA will assist a SPED student or small group of students during normal school hours.

* The typical schedule is 5 days per week.


Essential Functions of this position may include:

- Records and reports appropriate data regarding academic, behavioral, and/or health information and services provided to students using the appropriate daily log.

- Assists students in using instructional materials and equipment.

- Provides verbal and/or written feedback on observations to the teacher.

- Works 1:1 with students to reinforce instructional objectives.

- Adapts activities, assignments, and/or materials as directed by the teacher to allow students to complete assignments and meet goals.

- Supports students with emotional or behavioral concerns and assists in developing appropriate social skills.

- Assists in the management and shaping of student behavioral techniques and/or positive reinforcement strategies.

- Maintains a safe learning environment for students.

- Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully licensed teachers.

- Participates in staff development training programs as assigned.

- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Special Education Teacher.


Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of:

* the growth, development, and potential educational challenges of students with disabilities.

* the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

* the types of educational disabilities and special education programs as outlined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).


Candidates must demonstrate the ability to:

- illustrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude towards students of varied age groups, temperaments, and abilities.

- behave and speak in a professional manner at all times.

- maintain a cooperative relationship with students, parents, and all personnel.

- read, write, and speak English.

- operate a computer including relevant software applications.

- maintain student confidentiality and handle information and materials with complete security.




Requirements:

- A high school diploma is the minimum education requirement.

- At least 1 year of experience working with school-aged children (i.e. employment, volunteer, internship, student teaching, etc.)

- Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Clearance (Act 34)

- Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)

- Federal Criminal History Clearance (Act 24)

- CPR & First Aid Certification (not required)

*Clearances must be processed within the last 10 months*

- Hours: Full-time/10-months/Student days only Or Part-time, less than 30 hours/week

- 2022-2023 Special Education Paraprofessional Training Series must be completed with certificates of completion submitted prior to placement.

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