Classroom Aide | Whitehall, Pennsylvania

Step into a meaningful role providing vital support to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as an Autism Support Interventionist. This contract opportunity runs from now through June 11, 2027 (tentative, based on the school calendar) and offers consistent, school-year employment within Carbon and Lehigh counties. You’ll work directly with students who require hands-on, behavior-focused intervention in highly structured classroom settings. It's a rewarding chance to collaborate daily with teachers, behavior specialists, and related service providers to help students meet important academic, behavioral, and social-emotional milestones.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver one-on-one and small-group instructional support to students with ASD.
• Execute Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as outlined by instructional staff.
• Use evidence-based strategies, including visual schedules, PECS, AAC devices, reinforcement systems, social stories, and sensory supports.
• Support students with classroom transitions, communication, and development of social skills.
• Track and document behavioral/academic data to monitor IEP progress.
• Provide personal care (toileting, hygiene, feeding, mobility) as needed.
• Work closely with teachers, BCBAs, therapists, and related professionals in a multidisciplinary team.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, ABA, Human Services, or related field preferred; Associate’s degree with 1+ year of relevant experience considered (3+ years preferred).
• Direct experience with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, emotional/behavioral disabilities, or in behavioral health, special education, residential treatment, or mental health settings.
• Skill in employing ABA or other behavioral interventions is highly valued.
• Ability to handle challenging behaviors—such as aggression, elopement, self-injury, or severe dysregulation—with a calm and consistent approach.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and meet these criteria, we encourage you to apply soon, as positions are filled on a first-come, first-served basis and require in-person interviews. Step into a role where you'll foster growth, inclusion, and positive outcomes for students every day—apply now!