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School Based Personal Care Assistant (PCA) | '26- '27 School Year

Sage Connections

Hi Personal Care Assistants!


Looking for a role where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of students—and feel valued while doing it? Come join us at Sage Connections, a woman- and therapist-owned company built by people who understand the work you do and care deeply about your success.

We're hiring full-time W-2 Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to support K–12 students in the school setting for the 2026–2027 school year . Whether you’ve worked in schools, pediatric care, or another hands-on support role, we’d love to connect with you. At Sage, you’ll be backed by a team that sees you, supports you, and celebrates the impact you make every day.

Learn more about who we are and why specialists love working with us at sage-connections.com

📌 Position Details

  • Caseload : 1:1 or small group student support (K–12)
  • Schedule : Monday – Friday
  • Hours : 30–40 hours/week
  • Dates : August 2026 – May 2027
  • Location : Onsite in Pittsburgh, PA schools

📌 Responsibilities

  • Assist students with daily living activities, mobility, feeding, and hygiene needs
  • Support students in the classroom and throughout the school day
  • Follow care plans and behavior support strategies as directed by school staff or medical team
  • Document services and report observations to relevant team members
    Promote student safety, independence, and dignity
  • Collaborate with educators, therapists, and nurses as part of a student support team

📌 Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • MUST HAVE experience working with children or students with special needs preferred
  • Ability to follow medical, behavioral, or personal care protocols
  • Dependable, patient, and compassionate
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Must pass background check and school-specific onboarding requirements

Why Join Sage Connections?
Sage Connections is a mission-driven special education staffing company led by a school-based SLP and a purpose-driven entrepreneur. We’re here to uplift the special education community—by creating meaningful roles where specialists feel valued, supported, and empowered.

As a W-2 employee , you’ll receive full support and benefits—including health insurance, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and professional development assistance. We handle taxes and liability coverage so you can focus on your students, not your paperwork.

Our Commitment
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and to create inclusive spaces for professionals of all backgrounds.

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Ready to take the next step?
Visit sage-connections.com to learn more and apply today!

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