Personal Care Attendant - Great Opportunity
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Zen Educate US
Blawnox, PA (In Person)
$39,520 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Make a Lasting Impact Before the Next School Year While the current school year concludes in early June, joining our team now is a great way to showcase your skills and opens up the strong possibility of securing a position for the next academic year! We're looking for paraprofessionals and classroom aides to support special education students. Now's your chance to develop critical classroom experience, grow your skills, and create strong bonds
- setting you up for success before the fall rush.
- with the possibility of securing a longer-term position if interested/fit is right. We are seeking Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to join us supporting students. In this role positively contributing to the lives of children in special education by supporting licensed teachers with academic adaptations, self-care, and social/behavioral needs. Please note
- This role is in Fox Chapel and will require a vehicle to commute to the school.
Responsibilities:
- Assisting licensed staff in the classroom
- Aid students in meeting their individualized education plan (IEP)
- Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning
- Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented
- Provide support for students in crisis
- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed
- Celebrate the students you're working with
- Support students with elements of personal care (feeding, toileting, etc.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1+ years of experience working with children with special needs
- Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
- US Work Authorization
- Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.
Physical Requirements:
- Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the day
- Able to lift up to 20 lbs and safely assist students when needed (kneeling, bending, quick response)
- Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process
Preferred Qualifications:
- Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) with a Paraprofessional (PARA) endorsement from the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE)
- Previous experience working in special education
- Behavioral Technician or PCA experience
- Crisis prevention (CPI) training
- CPR certification
Salary Pay:
$19 per hour, paid weekly.Schedule:
Minimum two days throughout Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30- 3:00/4:30 pm.
Benefits:
Weekly Direct Deposit Potential to qualify for health coverage and 401(k) participation, subject to role and eligibility criteria. Connect with a recruiter today to get started with your application!Ref:
#PITTAINDAP-May26Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.00 per hour Application Question(s): Do you consent to any phone calls with a member of Zen Educate being recorded (mandatory) Are you comfortable with handling personal care (diapering, toileting)? (required) Are you comfortable with handling unexpected behaviour (biting, hitting)? (required) Do you have reliable transportation to commute? (required)Experience:
Personal Care:
1 year (Required) Ability toCommute:
Blawnox, PA 15238 (Required)Work Location:
In person Personal Care Attendant- Great Opportunity 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Blawnox, PA 15238 $19 an hour
- Full-time Zen Educate US 139 reviews $19 an hour
- Full-time Make a Lasting Impact Before the Next School Year While the current school year concludes in early June, joining our team now is a great way to showcase your skills and opens up the strong possibility of securing a position for the next academic year!
- setting you up for success before the fall rush.
- with the possibility of securing a longer-term position if interested/fit is right. We are seeking Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to join us supporting students. In this role positively contributing to the lives of children in special education by supporting licensed teachers with academic adaptations, self-care, and social/behavioral needs. Please note
- This role is in Fox Chapel and will require a vehicle to commute to the school.
Responsibilities:
- Assisting licensed staff in the classroom
- Aid students in meeting their individualized education plan (IEP)
- Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning
- Work with individuals and/or small groups when activities and assignments are presented
- Provide support for students in crisis
- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student's learning experiences and support them as needed
- Celebrate the students you're working with
- Support students with elements of personal care (feeding, toileting, etc.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1+ years of experience working with children with special needs
- Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
- US Work Authorization
- Zen Educate cannot provide sponsorship for an employment visa or relocation assistance at this time.
Physical Requirements:
- Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the day
- Able to lift up to 20 lbs and safely assist students when needed (kneeling, bending, quick response)
- Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process
Preferred Qualifications:
- Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) with a Paraprofessional (PARA) endorsement from the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE)
- Previous experience working in special education
- Behavioral Technician or PCA experience
- Crisis prevention (CPI) training
- CPR certification
Salary Pay:
$19 per hour, paid weekly.Schedule:
Minimum two days throughout Monday to Friday, within hours of 7:30- 3:00/4:30 pm.
Benefits:
Weekly Direct Deposit Potential to qualify for health coverage and 401(k) participation, subject to role and eligibility criteria. Connect with a recruiter today to get started with your application!Ref:
#PITTAINDAP-May26Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.00 per hour Application Question(s): Do you consent to any phone calls with a member of Zen Educate being recorded (mandatory) Are you comfortable with handling personal care (diapering, toileting)? (required) Are you comfortable with handling unexpected behaviour (biting, hitting)? (required) Do you have reliable transportation to commute? (required)Experience:
Personal Care:
1 year (Required) Ability toCommute:
Blawnox, PA 15238 (Required)Work Location:
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