Northwestern Lehigh School District is accepting applications for a part-time Instructional Assistant at Northwestern Elementary. The successful candidate must possess good communication skills, be able to work with various teachers, and develop positive relationships with students. The candidate must also be able to work with students who demonstrate behavioral needs. This position is 5.5 hours per day. Starting rate is $20.85/hr. A higher hourly rate is available based upon applicable experience.

 

Instructional Assistants employed by the Northwestern Lehigh School District must meet the Pennsylvania regulatory requirements for both regular education and special education assignments as outlined in the Pennsylvania School code.

The employment requirements include the following:

 

• Have completed at least two years of post secondary/college education study; or
• Possess an Associate Degree or higher; or
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality demonstrated through a Pennsylvania State; or Northwestern Lehigh assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics.

The Pennsylvania State or Northwestern Lehigh assessment is provided at no cost for all new Instructional Assistant positions as needed.

 

Instructional Assistants are also required to complete 20 hours of staff development activities related to their assignments each school year. The staff development activities are provided at no cost by Northwestern Lehigh School District.

 

Applications are due by July 22, 2026. EOE