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Kennett Square, PA
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Job Description
Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
Schedule
Position Summary
Provide academic, behavioral, and personal care support to students with special needs while assisting in the implementation of individualized educational programs under the direction of school staff.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
Required Clearances & Documentation
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.
Schedule
- Elementary School Hours: 8:45 AM - 3:45 PM
- Secondary School Hours (Middle/High School): 7:45 AM - 2:45 PM
Position Summary
Provide academic, behavioral, and personal care support to students with special needs while assisting in the implementation of individualized educational programs under the direction of school staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Support students with academic tasks, behavioral goals, and classroom participation.
- Assist with personal care needs, including feeding, toileting, hygiene, positioning, and mobility.
- Provide one-on-one and small group instructional support as directed by the teacher.
- Reinforce cognitive, motor, self-help, social, and behavioral skill development.
- Monitor student safety and maintain awareness of environmental hazards.
- Implement behavior intervention strategies and positive behavior supports.
- Assist students with orthopedic equipment, braces, and mobility needs.
- Support students during transitions and inclusion activities.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, case managers, and other educational staff.
- Maintain records and documentation related to student progress and support services.
- Attend required trainings, professional development sessions, and in-services.
- Foster positive social interactions and encourage student independence.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Previous experience working with children, individuals with disabilities, or in an educational setting preferred.
- Knowledge of first aid, CPR, and basic safety practices preferred.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively with diverse student populations.
Required Clearances & Documentation
- PA Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)
- PA Criminal History Clearance (Act 34)
- FBI Fingerprint Clearance
- Current TB Screening
- Arrest/Conviction Disclosure Form
- High School Diploma, GED, or Official Transcripts
- Mandated Reporter Training Certificate (Act 126)
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.
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