Per Diem Instructional Aide/Personal Care Assistant

Location
Emmaus, PA
Job Category
Paraprofessional

Job Details

Start Date
06/11/2026
End Date
-

Job Description

Job Title: Classroom Hero (Per Diem IA/PCA Instructional Aide / Personal Care Assistant)

Schedule: Per Diem (Work when you wantno minimum shifts required!)

About the Role:
Looking for a flexible role where you can jump in, make an impact, and still keep your schedule your own? As a Per Diem IA/PCA (Instructional Aide / Personal Care Assistant), youll support teachers and students in a variety of classroom settingssometimes academic, sometimes hands-on, always meaningful. Think of yourself as the calm, capable extra set of hands every classroom appreciates.

What Youll Be Doing:

  • Supporting teachers with daily classroom activities and instruction
  • Working one-on-one or in small groups with students
  • Assisting students with special needs, including academic and personal care support (PCA role)
  • Helping maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
  • Stepping into different classrooms as neededflexibility is key!
  • Assisting with classroom prep, organization, and general support

Pennsylvania Requirements (Youll Need One of These):
Paraprofessionals (IAs/PCAs) in Pennsylvania typically must meet one of the following:

  • Completion of at least 2 years of postsecondary education (48 college credits), or
  • An associates degree or higher, or
  • Meet a highly qualified standard by passing a formal state or local assessment

Additional Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to work effectively with students and staff
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Reliable, adaptable, and ready to jump in when needed
  • For PCA roles: comfort assisting with personal care tasks (feeding, mobility, hygiene, etc.)

Bonus Points If You:

  • Have experience working with children or in school settings
  • Have supported students with disabilities or diverse learning needs
  • Are CPR/First Aid certified
  • Speak more than one language

Why Youll Love This Role:

  • Total flexibilityno minimum shift commitment
  • Gain hands-on school experience without a full-time schedule
  • Make a real difference in students daily lives
  • Every day is a little different (and rarely boring)

How to Apply:
Send your resume and a brief note about your availability and interest. Well connect when opportunities align with your schedule.

Flexible, meaningful workon your terms. Sounds like a win-win.

Location

18049

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Job ID: r2932-18049

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