Instructional Assistant - Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a meaningful role as an Autism Support Interventionist, contributing directly to student growth in highly specialized learning environments near Bethlehem, PA. These contract positions are available in both Carbon and Lehigh counties, focusing on Enhanced Autism classrooms where your impact will be immediate and profound.

In this position, you'll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Your ability to remain calm, consistent, and encouraging will be invaluable in structured classroom settings designed to meet students’ behavioral and emotional needs. Assignments begin as soon as possible and continue through June 11, 2027, following the academic calendar. With weekday schedules totaling 32.5–35 hours per week, these opportunities offer both constancy and professional reward.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, ABA, Social Behavior, Human Services, or a related field preferred; associate’s degree with at least one year of relevant experience (three years preferred) considered
• Experience supporting children or teens with ASD, emotional or behavioral disabilities, ABA, behavioral health, residential treatment, partial hospitalization, school-based special education, or mental health/crisis intervention
• Comfort in managing challenging behaviors and executing evidence-based interventions in a highly structured setting

Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver one-on-one and group support to students using BIPs and autism-specific strategies such as visual schedules, PECS, social stories, AAC devices, and reinforcement systems
• Assist with classroom routines, transitions, and personal care tasks when necessary
• Collect behavioral and academic data for progress reports
• Collaborate with educators, BCBAs, therapists, and service providers

Pay: These positions offer a fixed rate of $43 per hour, ensuring your expertise is recognized and valued.

Openings are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and in-person interviews are required. Take the next step in your professional journey—apply today and help students thrive in supportive, structured classroom communities.

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