Instructional Assistant
at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, Villanova, United States
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- Salary
- Not given in the advert
- Closing date
- 16 November 2026
- Start
- Not given in the advert
- Type of post
- Teaching support
A support post, not a teaching post. - Contract
- Full-Time
- First seen
- 27 October 2026, on a public job listing
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The advert
Make a Difference in a Student's Life Every Day! Join Devereux Education Services (DESS) as an Instructional Assistant supporting elementary students with autism support needs in the Neshaminy School District. Earn $21 to $24.50 per hour based on education, experience and/or RBT certification. Schedule: M-F: 8:20am - 3:35pm: This position is aligned with the school calendar and is a full-time role covering a 10-month period and opportunites for extended school year program in summer break. Being an Instructional Assistant at Devereux has its advantages! As an Instructional Assistant you will work with students with autistic support needs within the Neshamiy School District. Reporting to the Special Education Teacher, among other duties, this position will: Support and maintain classroom policies and procedures, while assisting students by modeling appropriate behavior, providing emotional support, and adopting a patient and friendly attitude. Assist in the implementation of students’ individualized education program (IEP) and positive behavior support plan (PBSP) as directed by the teacher. Assist with student personal needs, when required, including medical needs in conjunction with the school-based health or nursing staff. Participates in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned. Understand team goals and own role within the team. Support team decisions and cooperates with others within and outside the team. Utilize crisis physical intervention techniques under the direction of the teacher and as appropriate tothe setting and the degree of threat to the safety of the student and others. About DESS: DESS partners with child-serving institutions to provide services in early learning, behavioral and mental health treatment, academic interventions, and prevention programming. We also offer direct staff placement, diagnostic evaluations, and consultation services to school districts. Job Qualifications: Must be 21 years of age or older High School diploma or GED required, associates preferred At least one year of experience in an educational setting working required. Experience with individuals with autism and/or other special education populations preferred. Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.