Lincoln Intermediate Unit New Oxford , PA 17350
Posted 1 week ago
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Description
This is for a classroom assistant in a special needs classroom- in Franklin County, PA. There are a few positions available in multiple programs, though no experience is required, but must be willing to learn and love children.
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.
Please read the attached job descriptions on www.iu12.org/employment for an outline of job expectations.
Qualifications
High School diploma or GED, required
Must have or be willing to obtain and maintain current certificate in first aid
Must have or be willing to obtain and maintain current certificate in CPR
Must have or be willing to obtain and maintain current certificate in LIU approved Crisis Management program
Must obtain highly qualified status within one year from date of hire
Highly qualified means completing two (2) years of postsecondary study (48 credits) OR
Possess an associate degree or higher OR
Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a state or local assessment*
*The LIU recognizes two (2) local assessments to assist paraprofessional staff in attaining the PDE requirements:
The Special Education Credential of Competency OR
The CAPE test
Terms of Employment
Full time, 7-hour day,188 day working year- follows traditional school year schedule. 7:45am-3:15pm Monday through Friday, no nights, summer, weekends, or holidays.
Salary
Minimum is $14.50 per hour, plus comprehensive benefits package. Eligible LIU employees have free access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center!
Lincoln Intermediate Unit