East Penn School District

Job Posting: Personal Care Assistant (Per Diem)
Organization: East Penn School District
Location: Emmaus, Pennsylvania
Pay Rate: $23.00 per hour
Position Type: Per Diem

Position Summary

Hiring for the 2026–2027 School Year
East Penn School District in Emmaus, Pennsylvania, is seeking dedicated Per Diem Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to support students and classroom environments. This position pays $23.00 per hour and involves providing academic, behavioral, and personal care support to students while assisting teachers in maintaining a positive and inclusive learning environment. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, relevant experience working with children or individuals with special needs, and all required Pennsylvania clearances. For additional information and to apply, please visit the East Penn School District employment website.Hiring for the 2026–2027 School Year

East Penn School District in Emmaus, Pennsylvania, is seeking dedicated Per Diem Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to support students and classroom environments. This position pays $23.00 per hour and involves providing academic, behavioral, and personal care support to students while assisting teachers in maintaining a positive and inclusive learning environment. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, relevant experience working with children or individuals with special needs, and all required Pennsylvania clearances. For additional information and to apply, please visit the East Penn School District employment website.

Key Responsibilities
• Assist certified teachers with implementing instructional activities and classroom lessons.
• Provide individualized and small-group support to students.
• Support students with special needs through academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and physical assistance as outlined in student plans.
• Reinforce instructional concepts, learning objectives, and classroom expectations.
• Utilize positive behavior support strategies to encourage student engagement and success.
• Assist with classroom organization, preparation of instructional materials, and daily routines.
• Supervise students during transitions, lunch periods, recess, and school-related activities.
• Collect and document student data as directed by educational staff.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate effectively with teachers, therapists, administrators, and other support personnel.
• Assist students with personal care needs when required, in accordance with district guidelines and student support plans.

Minimum Qualifications
• High school diploma or GED required
• Associate degree or completion of at least 60 college credits preferred
• Passing score on a paraprofessional assessment may be required for certain assignments or Title I programs
• Previous experience working with children, students, or in an educational setting preferred
• Ability to work effectively in diverse classroom environments

Preferred Skills & Qualifications
• Knowledge of instructional support strategies and child development principles
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to support students with diverse learning styles and abilities
• Patience, professionalism, flexibility, and reliability
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow district policies
• Basic computer proficiency and organizational skills
• Experience with special education, behavioral support, or classroom management is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
• Ability to support students with varying learning, behavioral, and physical needs.
• Patience, flexibility, professionalism, and reliability.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to FERPA and district policies.
• Basic computer proficiency and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow directions and implement instructional and behavioral support plans effectively.

Working Conditions
• School and classroom-based environments throughout East Penn School District.
• Frequent interaction with students who may have physical, emotional, behavioral, or developmental challenges.
• Requires standing, walking, bending, and occasional lifting or physical assistance of students as needed.
Work schedule and assignments may vary based on district needs.