Long-Term Substitute Floating Teacher Assistant (Early Intervention)

This full-time position provides classroom support to children ages 3-5 years old within the Office of Early Childhood Services. The role requires travel to various locations in the Northern region of Montgomery County, PA (Hatboro-Horsham, North Penn, Souderton, and Upper Perkiomen).

Responsibilities

• Utilize direct-instruction programs and online learning systems.
• Take teacher direction and support student behavior by proactively responding to behavior, implementing behavior plans as directed, etc.
• Communicate effectively with students, professionals, parents, supervisors, administrators, and school district personnel.
• Interact positively with students, professionals, parents, supervisors, administrators, and school district personnel.
• Assist the teacher with the preparation of daily lesson assignments, including the preparation of materials, correction of assignments, and record keeping.
• Implement principles of applied behavior analysis and take student data when needed.
• Assist the teacher with the organization of the classroom and the preparation of materials and bulletin boards, which may include lifting and manipulation of books or materials.
• Assist with individual and group instruction by implementing activities designed by the teacher.
• Work as a 1:1 assistant in the classroom as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the classroom teacher or supervisor.
• Present a positive image of the Intermediate Unit, its programs, and services.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required (must be willing to obtain the PA Paraeducator Credential of Competency Certificate within the probationary period).
• Associates degree or higher OR completion of two (2) years of post-secondary education OR 48 credit hours from an accredited college or university; Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred.
• Background in special education preferred.
• Experience working with students with severe/complex behavioral/emotional issues preferred.
• Must be knowledgeable and experienced in taking student data; experience utilizing direct-instruction programs and online learning systems.
• Must appropriately handle confidential information, enjoy working with students with disabilities, establish and maintain rapport with students, and understand the needs and feelings of students.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel to various classrooms throughout Montgomery County.
• Visual acuity to read whiteboard, student work, and printed materials.
• Auditory acuity to hear spoken word and ability to speak clearly and distinctly.
• Ability to work as a member of a team, be courteous, and deal effectively with people in an environment with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to cope with the needs and behavior patterns of children, withstand emotional stress, and have a warm, friendly, helpful personality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions, complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision, and perform simple computation.
• Ability to complete CPI/Safety Cares training.
• Ability to work independently, make work-related decisions, and exercise good judgment with student interaction.
• Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, Child Abuse Registry, and PDE FBI.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees’ Retirement System).
• Paid time off benefits.

Pay

• Starting at $21.27/hour for High School Diploma/Associate’s Degree.
• Starting at $22.35/hour for Bachelor’s Degree.
• $1.00/hour stipend for valid PA Teaching Certification.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours/day, 12 months (194 days/year).