Instructional Assistant Position
Instructional Assistant position available at Spring-Ford Area School District's 5/6th Grade Center. Are you looking to make a difference in the life of a child? Come join our team of dedicated educators and help support their instruction by assisting students with remedial work, independent studies, specialized areas of need and/or enrichment programs.
Full Time 10-month position available at Spring-Ford 5/6th Grade Center. This position may be in Autistic Support, Learning Support, and/or Emotional Support settings. Experience working with students with special needs is preferred but not required. Must meet the Paraprofessional Highly Qualified Requirements: All individuals entering the paraprofessional field are required to be Highly Qualified. Individuals are required to hold an Associate's degree or higher, or have earned at least 48 credits post-secondary training or have passed a rigorous local assessment in reading, writing and mathematics.
Spring-Ford Area School District offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance, as well as paid time off and a tuition reimbursement program. Pathways to becoming a special education teacher are available through a partnership with Point Park University for the ABCTE program. This position is part of the PSERS retirement system. Hourly Rate: $20.50/hour Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Days/Year: 185 Growth opportunities are available including: Registered Behavior Technician training, ABCTE Teacher Certification Program, and mentorship opportunities.
Available: August 18, 2026. The successful external applicants must submit current (dated less than 1 year from the start date) Act 34, Act 151, and Act 114 clearances and a Health Record & TB Test (dated less than 90 days from the start date) prior to beginning employment. Spring-Ford Area School District is an equal opportunity employer.