What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education/IA/PCA position at Central York School District?
Position Type :
Support Staff / Instructional Assistant - PCA
Date Posted : 5 / 20 / 2024
Location :
Sinking Springs Elementary NOTICE OF FULL-TIME SUPPORT STAFF VACANCY
Sinking Springs Elementary-Special Education Instructional Assistant
7.25 Hours Per Day
186 Days Per Year
Primary Duties and Responsibilities :
Please note : Duties and responsibilities for this position will vary depending on the building and grade to which the position is assigned, and if the position supports an entire classroom, a small group of students, or provides one-on-one assistance to a student.
- Provide and facilitate activities for all in the assigned subject area.
- Provide assistance to students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Assist student(s) with staying focused and on-task, monitor and report behavior problems; take notes on material being instructed, re-teach / teach material; assist students with completion of homework & tasks, classroom projects, and use of technology / computer.
- Prepare students with IEPs for quizzes and tests (i.e. study sessions, review games).
- Administer quizzes / tests as per IEP under guidance of classroom teacher and special education teacher.
- Attend / participate in IEP and team meetings, when required. Become familiar with IEPs of students serviced under the direction of the special education teacher.
- Assist with preparation and set-up of learning activities, monitor students' activities; provide one-on-one assistance with learning activities and test taking in class and through tutoring, data collection, grade assignments and tests.
- Teach learning strategies to individuals and small groups in one or multiple subject areas. Develop and implement learning activities (i.e. flashcards, worksheets, etc.).
- Record assessment data for students with special needs.
- Assist with student supervision in hallways, at breakfast, during assemblies, and at the beginning and end of school day.
- Provide services in the community / work environment for learners with disabilities.
Qualifications :
Special Education Instructional Assistants must reach a qualified status as required by Pennsylvania regulations. Therefore, all Instructional Assistants / PCAs employed by Central York School District are required to meet one of the following qualifications :
The Special Education Credential of Competency (free of charge; provided by CYSD) OR The CAPE test (must receive a passing score of 80% or higher)
Hourly Rate : 15.00-$19.75
Eligible for the following benefits :
Medical with Health Spending Account, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexable Spending Dependant Care, Aflac Supplemental Insurance Plans
Salary : $15 - $20
