Personal Care Assistant

$41,850 - $77,563/Yr

Manassas Park City Schools - Manassas, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Manassas, VA

About the position

The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) provides one-on-one support to students with special education needs, assisting with daily living skills, health monitoring, and behavioral support. This role involves working under the direction of certified staff to deliver educational interventions and personal care services, ensuring a conducive learning environment for students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver educational interventions designed by Special Education teachers to help students meet their goals.
• Assist teachers with Special Education students to enable learning with minimal disruptions.
• Assist students with basic dress and grooming self-care.
• Administer medications as trained and directed.
• Attend to the physical needs of students, including feeding, toileting, and responding to medical emergencies.
• Assist in the delivery of appropriate instructional strategies as per the individualized educational plan (IEP).
• Collect observational and academic data for progress monitoring under the direction of the teacher.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students, and parents regarding needs and concerns.
• Assist students' safe transitions between locations within the school.
• Participate in specialized training related to the individualized needs of students with IEPs.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations as per policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in supporting people with disabilities or medical needs preferred.
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
• Displays a positive role model for students at all times.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Ability to speak clearly and write effectively.
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and flexibility.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a school setting.
• Knowledge of special education practices.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance