Special Education IA​/PCA- Autistic

Special Education IA/PCA – Autistic Support Job

• Position Type:
  Building Support Staff / Instructional Assistant – 10 months
• Date Posted: 6/9/2026
• Location:
  
  Central York High School

Central York School District (CYSD) is looking for a full‑time Special Education/IA/PCA Assistant – Autistic Support to join the Central York High School instructional team for the 2026/2027 school year. The ideal candidate will have a strong background supporting students' academic, social, and emotional growth, a passion for helping students succeed, and the ability to foster meaningful connections with students, families, and staff.

Central York School District provides a high‑quality academic experience within a supportive, valued, collaborative community that promotes students' personal growth and the pursuit of their passions and interests.

All Panthers. Every Day. In All Ways.

Character | Perseverance | Accountability | Community | Excellence

Central York High School
601 Mundis Mill Road
York, PA 17406

Hours: 7.25 Hours Per Day
Days: 186 Days Per Year

Provide instructional support to any and all students, and/or a specific student or group of students as assigned. Instructional Assistants may be used in any classroom situation under the immediate and direct supervision of a certified professional to perform those tasks specified in the duties and responsibilities of this job description. The Instructional Assistant is under the supervision of the certified professional in charge of the assignment and the Building Principal.

The Instructional Assistant may monitor student behavior through report, but cannot be directly involved in disciplinary procedures. The Instructional Assistant will be evaluated by the certified professional in charge of the specific assignment and the Building Principal.

• Provide and facilitate activities for all in the assigned subject area.
• Provide assistance to students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Assist students with staying focused and on‑task, monitor and report behavior problems, take notes on material being instructed, re‑teach or teach material, assist students with completion of homework, tasks, classroom projects, and use of technology/computer.
• Prepare students with IEPs for quizzes and tests (study sessions, review games).
• Administer quizzes/tests as per IEP under guidance of classroom teacher and special education teacher.
• Attend/participate in IEP and team meetings, when required, and become familiar with IEPs of students served under the direction of the special education teacher.
• Assist with preparation and set‑up of learning activities, monitor students' activities; provide one‑on‑one assistance with learning activities and test taking in class and through tutoring, data collection, grade assignments and tests.
• Teach learning strategies to individuals and small groups in one or multiple subject areas.
• Develop and implement learning activities (flashcards, worksheets, etc.).
• Record assessment data for students with special needs.
• Assist with student supervision in hallways, at breakfast, during assemblies, and at the beginning and end of school day.
• Provide services in the community/work environment for learners with disabilities.

• Complete at least two (2) years of post‑secondary study (48 credits) OR
• Possess an Associate's Degree or higher OR
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a state or local assessment. Central York School District recognizes two (2) local assessments to assist paraprofessionals in attaining the PDE requirements:
  • The Special Education Credential of Competency (free of charge; provided by CYSD)
  • The CAPE test (must receive a passing score of 80% or higher)
• Maintain 20 hours per year of professional development related to identified position.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification based on assignments.
• Must have obtained (or will obtain) valid PA Criminal, PA Child Abuse and FBI Criminal History Background Checks within the last twelve (12) months.

$15.95 – $20.70
Step placement shall be based on years of service recognized by employer.

Medical with Health Spending Account, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Dependant Care, Aflac Supplemental Insurance Plans.