Educational Assistant III

About the role

Cumberland Valley School District has an Educational Assistant (EA) III position, offering 7.5 work hours per day. Individuals selected for EA III assignments will have responsibilities that are tailored to the Autism Support program assigned, ensuring that educational strategies, support services and student development are aligned with the unique needs, backgrounds and learning styles of these students.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with classroom teachers and other district employees to provide instructional support
• Manage classroom and building activities
• Assist with the implementation of educational programs
• Stand and sit for long periods of time, bend, stretch and lift 50 pounds
• Have corrected hearing and vision within normal ranges

Requirements

• High school diploma
• A two-year Associates Degree or higher is preferred (or the ability to pass a highly-qualified assessment)
• Personal knowledge and work experience with school-aged children and children with cognitive, physical and behavioral disabilities is highly sought
• Experience and working knowledge supporting program delivery for students with disabilities in a public school system is highly desired
• Fluency in English is required while multilingual abilities are a plus
• Sensitivity to students from a variety of cultures and patience with students trying to learn a second language
• Take twenty (20) hours of training annually to maintain Highly Qualified Status

Clearances and checks

• 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 – if applicable (less than 1 year old)