Instructional Assistant

Please apply on the Southern Lehigh Job Applicant Portal: https://www.applitrack.com/slsd/onlineapp/#

We invite prospective applicants to apply for the position of INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT (ELEMENTARY, GRADES K-3).

ABOUT THE DISTRICT
Southern Lehigh SD serves nearly 3,100 students across five schools, which are highly ranked by U.S. News & World Report (2024). Hopewell and Liberty Bell Elementary Schools are ranked in the Top 10% of all elementary schools in the Commonwealth and each serves a population of more than 400 students in Grades K-3. The Joseph P. Liberati Intermediate School and Southern Lehigh Middle School are ranked in the Top 2% of all middle schools in the Commonwealth and serve nearly 700 students in Grades 4-6 and over 450 students in Grades 7-8. Southern Lehigh High School is ranked in the Top 10% of all high schools—public and private—in the Commonwealth and serves over 1,000 students in Grades 9-12.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The qualified candidate will have experience supporting students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in an early elementary (K-3) school setting. Specific experience working in special education and with students with disabilities highly preferred. Knowledge of academic support and positive behavior support techniques is desired.
• Experience implementing specially designed instruction.
• Must exhibit the personal characteristics that will promote student success in a supportive school climate. The successful candidate will have excellent communication, organizational and collaboration skills, and demonstrated ability to build relationships with students and teaching staff. Motivated to support students in a 1:1 technology rich school environment is preferred.
• Experience integrating technology and assistive technology is also preferred.
• Professional Development training relating to supporting Special Education / IEP students, CPR/First Aid Training, Crisis response training preferred but not required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Proof of an Associate Degree or at least two years of post secondary study (completion of 48 credits) or
• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent and the presentation of a “Credential of Competency" for Special Education Paraeducators in Pennsylvania certificate as issued by PDE
• Note: Selected candidates must be able to produce valid [1] PA State Criminal Record Check (ACT 34), [2] FBI Criminal History Record Investigation (ACT 114), [3] PA DHS Child Abuse History Clearance (ACT 151). and [4] PA Arrest/Conviction Report Certification Form (ACT 24) all within one year of issue at the time of hire.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), carry or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities.
• Ability to independently ambulate in and around school buildings, locations associated with school events and field trips and office areas.
• Ability to lift, position, transport and maneuver students as needed.

COMPENSATION
$22.86 per hour. Limited paid leave benefits (sick, personal days). These positions do not include health insurance.

DIRECTIONS
Please complete an online application and attach supporting documentation (Cover Letter and Resume). Note that paper applications are not accepted, and all interested applicants . Applicants must be prepared to submit required background checks that are no more than one year old from the date of issue, in accordance with Pennsylvania law.
Application Deadline:The vacancy is open until a qualified candidate is found and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. (Note that this posting may close or be removed at any time.)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
Southern Lehigh School District shall not discriminate in their educational programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry or any other legally protected classification. This policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. For further information, contact: Title IX Officer, Southern Lehigh School District, 5775 Main Street, Center Valley, PA 18034.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.86 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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