Educational Assistant I - Building/Security Monitor

About the role

Cumberland Valley School District has an Educational Assistant (EA) I position, offering four (4) work hours per day. Each employee working within the EA I capacity will be assigned support staff duties based on building needs which could encompass the IMC, ESL, Special Education, Security Monitor, or Physical Education.

The EA I plays a vital role in fostering a supportive and effective learning environment, ensuring that all students can succeed. This position works closely with classroom teachers and other district employees to provide instructional support, manage classroom/building activities, and assist with the implementation of educational programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to classroom teachers
• Manage classroom and building activities
• Assist with the implementation of educational programs
• Support program delivery for students with disabilities in a public school system

Requirements

• High school diploma (required)
• Two-year Associate’s Degree or higher (preferred) or ability to pass a highly-qualified assessment
• Complete twenty (20) hours of training annually to maintain Highly Qualified Status
• Ability to stand and sit for long periods, bend, stretch, and lift 50 pounds
• Corrected hearing and vision within normal ranges
• Submit the following clearances if hired:
  • Criminal Record Check (less than one year old)
  • PA Child Abuse History Clearance (less than one year old)
  • FBI Fingerprint Clearance (less than one year old)
  • TB Test/Mantoux (less than 3 months old)
  • Physical (less than one year old, if applicable)

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and desire to work interactively with students and staff
• Personal knowledge and work experience with school-aged children and children with cognitive, physical, and behavioral disabilities (highly sought)
• Experience supporting program delivery for students with disabilities in a public school system (highly desired)
• Sensitivity to students from a variety of cultures and patience with students learning a second language
• Fluency in English (required); multilingual abilities (a plus)

Pay

Starting wage of $19.35/hr for the 2026-2027 school year.

Schedule

Four (4) work hours per day.