Classroom Assistant | Doylestown, Pennsylvania

Step into a dynamic educational support role as a Paraprofessional, serving students with moderate to high-intensity needs in K-12 settings across Bucks County. As part of an on-call pool, you'll provide critical classroom and one-on-one support whenever a need arises—flexibility and adaptability are key as you may be deployed to different schools in Quakertown, Levittown, or Perkasie based on daily or weekly staffing needs.

Your first week involves a comprehensive, mandatory orientation at the IU main building. All compliance clearances must be finalized before starting, and ongoing assignments may change in response to district requirements.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1+ year of paraprofessional experience in a special education classroom (PreK–12) working with students who have severe autism and behavioral challenges
• Demonstrated comfort with self-injurious and aggressive behaviors, intensive safety needs, and implementing safety interventions
• Direct experience with MDS, ADL, AS3, and behavior management
• Must meet or be willing to pursue Pennsylvania paraprofessional credentials within 60 days (see state requirements).
• Comfortable with physically active job duties including feeding, toileting, transfers, and personal care
• Ability to provide two professional references from a supervisor in a paraprofessional role
• Reliable transportation and a commute within 35 minutes of the designated areas
• Full availability Monday–Friday for 37.5 hours/week; flexibility to work shifts as early as 6:45 AM and as late as 4:01 PM
• Must attend a full-week orientation—no exceptions

Responsibilities:

• Deliver hands-on, compassionate support to students with significant needs
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff in highly structured classrooms
• Adapt quickly to varying school environments and caseloads as deployed
• Consistently uphold student safety and well-being

This contract position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple schools, providing stable hours and professional growth in an essential education support role.

If you have the drive and dedication to contribute in a fast-paced, ever-changing educational environment, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your paraprofessional career!