Personal Care Assistant

Summary Of Purpose

This position is responsible for support and assistance to a particular student as determined by an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Essential Functions

• Carries out teacher's directions with respect to support for student.
• Monitors and assists the individual exceptional student as required by the IEP.
• Performs clerical duties as assigned related to the needs of the student.
• Monitors the student's behavior during indoor and outdoor activities.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned by the Principal.
• Maintains an optimum relationship with other staff members by being courteous and always mindful of the importance of confidentiality.
• Participates in, documents and submits annual staff development, as required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, to the Director of Special Education and Pupil Services.
• Completes log entries and submits, according to the provided timelines, Student Medical Assistance logs.
• Checks email and responds daily.

Minimum Requirements

• This position requires an understanding of the processes and procedures of a school.
• A High School diploma or the equivalent is required.

Special Skills

• Must have excellent interpersonal skills using tact and diplomacy at all times.
• Confidentiality is essential.
• Must have the ability to listen, be patient and interact with students and have an understanding of child development.

Physical/Mental/Environmental

• Physical - Sit: 80%; walk/stand 20%. Lifting: May lift up to 60 lbs. Vision: Normal.
• Mental - Ability to evaluate, interpret and analyze; written and verbal communications.
• Environment: Normal classroom environment.

Building: Donegal Intermediate School (DIS) (Assignment may change) • Start Date: August 25, 2025 • Schedule: 10-month support staff, Monday - Friday, 6.25 hours per day (8:45 AM - 3:30 PM) • Status: Full-time, with benefits • Pay Rate: $14.50 • Follows the student school schedule.