Instructional Aide
WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR BLIND CHILDRENPittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted February 25, 2026
42000 - 44000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children, founded in 1887, is a private, Commonwealth‑chartered institution that educates approximately 200 students drawn from 242 school districts across western Pennsylvania. It offers comprehensive educational and special‑needs services for individuals with blindness, visual impairment, and cerebral visual impairment (CVI), emphasizing individualized learning plans and adaptive technology. The school’s mission centers on nurturing each student’s unique abilities through educational excellence and a commitment to lifelong learning. Distinguished by its long history, statewide reach, and advocacy for visual‑impairment education, the institution positions itself as a global leader in both teaching and advancing opportunities for people with visual challenges.
Job Description
The Instructional Aide provides direct instructional, behavioral, and personal support to students with disabilities in a collaborative environment. This role is critical in supporting students' academic, social, emotional, and functional development.
Requirements
- Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with children with disabilities
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
- Physical ability to lift, position, and assist students as required by individual needs
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance