Personal Care Assistant (PCA) SY 2025-2026

Personal Care Assistant (PCA) Special Education

Join Focused Staffing Group and be a catalyst for positive change! At Focused Staffing, we don't just fill positionswe transform lives, one rockstar talent at a time. Whether you're eager to make a meaningful difference in behavioral health or dedicated to empowering students in K-12 education, our mission is to connect skilled, passionate professionals with the communities that need them most. As a leader in specialized staffing, we provide exceptional opportunities and support for every member of our team, creating lasting impact for those we serve and those who serve with us. Discover how your unique strengths can help build brighter futures across schools and behavioral health organizations nationwide.

Location: Philadelphia, PA 19154 Compensation: $20 per hour Schedule: MondayFriday | Full-Time, School Hours Job Type: In-Person | School Setting

Make a Difference Every Day

Do you have a passion for helping students succeed? As a Personal Care Assistant (PCA), you'll work one-on-one or with a small group of students who need additional support to participate fully and successfully in the classroom. You'll be part of a dedicated Special Education team, providing direct assistance under the guidance of the classroom teacher and Special Education supervisor.

Your role will directly impact a student's ability to learn, grow, and thrivemaking every day meaningful.

What You'll Do

• Prepare, collect, and set up learning materials as directed by the teacher
• Provide instructional, behavioral, and/or physical support to students in both individual and small group settings
• Assist with large group activities such as reading aloud, story time, or classroom projects
• Guide independent study, enrichment, and remedial work assigned by the teacher
• Maintain daily activity logs for assigned student(s)
• Communicate important updates or concerns to the teacher
• Support substitute teachers with essential student information
• Operate or assist with mobility devices (e.g., wheelchairs, walkers, braces, canes)
• Follow and implement student-specific behavior, medical, emergency, or crisis plans
• Assist with self-care needs as assigned
• Support therapy programs designed by speech, occupational, or physical therapists
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards at all times

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma (required) Additional qualifications as required by state/national regulations

• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions

• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

• Good judgment, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families

• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills

• Willingness to adapt to each student's communication style and needs

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, talk, and hear regularly during the school day

• Occasional sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, or crawling

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 20 lbs and push similar weights (e.g., moving furniture or assisting students with mobility)

• Close, distance, and peripheral vision required

Why Join Us?

• Make a lasting difference in a student's life

• Join a supportive, mission-driven team

• Gain valuable hands-on experience in Special Education

• Enjoy a consistent weekday schedule with evenings and weekends off

Apply today and help create a positive, inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.