Personal Care Assistant Security Clearance

Position: Personal Care Assistant with Security Clearance
Location: Kennett Square

Paraprofessional Classroom Assistant (PCA)

Schedule:

* Elementary: 8:45 AM - 3:45 PM

* Secondary (Middle/High): 7:45 AM - 2:45 PM

* Lunch:
Unpaid 30‑minute break Position Summary The Paraprofessional Classroom Assistant supports students by providing academic, behavioral, and personal‑care assistance under the direction of a teacher or case manager. This role helps implement individualized educational programs and ensures a safe, supportive learning environment for students with diverse needs.

Key Responsibilities
* Student Support - Provide one‑on‑one or small‑group instruction as directed, including cognitive, motor, feeding, self‑help, and behavioral skill development.

* Health & Safety Assistance - Maintain awareness of student needs and environmental risks to ensure safety.

* Personal Care - Assist with hygiene tasks such as handwashing, toileting, diapering, and clothing changes.

* Behavior Support - Monitor and reinforce appropriate behavior following established guidelines.

* Physical Assistance - Help students with positioning, lifting, mobility, and orthopedic equipment (e.g., braces).

* Mainstreaming Support - Prepare students for participation in general education settings.

* Collaboration - Work with teachers, case managers, specialists, and other staff to support student goals.

* Record Keeping - Assist with maintaining documentation related to student progress.

* Training Participation - Attend required in‑service sessions and medical or instructional training.

* Other Duties - Perform additional responsibilities consistent with the role. Qualifications
* High School Diploma or GED

* Previous experience working with children or individuals with disabilities preferred

* Knowledge of First Aid, CPR, and basic record‑keeping

* Ability to use correct English grammar, spelling, and vocabulary

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively Required Clearances & Documentation (All must be current within required time frames)
* PA Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)

* PA Criminal Background Check (Act 34)

* FBI Fingerprinting (PA Dept. of Education)

* TB Test (within 3 months)

* Arrest/Conviction Report (Act 24)

* Proof of Education (Diploma or Official Transcripts)

* Mandated Reporter Training Certificate (Act 126 - valid for 5 years)
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