Instructional Assistant

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**Description**
**Working in Reading Public School District**
**Starting at $21/hour up to $25/hour pending higher education and experience in the field or RBT certification**
**Being an Instructional Assistant at Devereux has its advantages**
As an Instructional Assistant (emotional support) you will work with students with emotional support (ES) needs within the Reading School District.

Reporting to the Emotional Support Special Education Teacher, among other duties, this position will:
+ Support and maintain classroom policies and procedures, while assisting students by modeling appropriate behavior, providing emotional support, and adopting a patient and friendly attitude.
+ Assist in the implementation of students’ individualized education program (IEP) and positive behavior support plan (PBSP) as directed by the teacher.
+ Assist with student personal needs, when required, including medical needs in conjunction with the school-based health or nursing staff.
+ Participates in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
+ Understand team goals and own role within the team.

Support team decisions and cooperates with others within and outside the team.
+ Utilize crisis physical intervention techniques under the direction of the teacher and as appropriate tothe setting and the degree of threat to the safety of the student and others.
This position is aligned with the school calendar and is a full-time role covering a 10-month period and opportunites for extended school year program in summer break.
**Shift: Monday-Friday following Reading School District Hours**
The Center for Effective Schools (CES) is a non-profit research and training center dedicated to building the capacity of schools and other child-serving institutions to better serve children and adolescents with, and at risk for developing, emotional and behavioral disorders (EBD).

This mission is accomplished through training, consultation and applied research.

The CES is a division of Devereux’s Institute of Clinical and Professional Training and Research.

Established in 1999, the CES is located in King of Prussia, PA, just outside of Philadelphia.

From its inception, the primary focus of the organization was and continues to be addressing the needs of children with and at risk for EBD and their families by promoting effective practices, informed by scientific evidence, to improve lives.

Learn more atwww.centerforeffectiveschools.org.
The CES utilizes an “indirect” service delivery approach whether working at the individual or systems level.

The theoretical foundation of this work is based in applied behavior analysis and positive behavior support and, to the extent possible, delivered within a preventative or early intervening framework.
C **lick on the following link to see why we are a great place to work:**
+ ASCEND- Career Accelerator Program will help pay back student loans, pay upfront for continued education and assist with PSLF program)
+ We are offering RBT training and competency assessment support with RBT certification registration reimbursement through Devereux Ascend.
+ Opportunities to learn and grow in the behavioral health and human services fields.
+ Fun, fast-paced supportive environment where you can participate in the treatment planning process.
+ Paid Training and Certification Renewal and Professional Development
+ A collaborative and supportive environment.
+ Opportunities to work directly with students alongside educators and behavior analysts within a structured classroom environment.
+ Convenient Monday through Friday work schedule
+ Extended school year opportunities
+ **Retirement** – Save for your future with a 403(b) retirement account through TIAA.

Devereux provides a 3% contribution and a possible discretionary match after a waiting period and a minimum of 1,000 hours worked.

Employees may contribute on a voluntary basis as of the first day of employment.

TIAA also offers access to financial planning tools and advisors.
+ **BENEFIT ELIGIBILITY AFTER 30 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT** (1st day of the 30 days)mydevereuxbenefits.org
**Qualifications**
**Job Qualifications:**
+ Must be 21 years of age or older
+ High School diploma or GED **required,** Associates degree _preferred_
+ Working as an instructional assistant in a special education classroom with students with behavior disorders _preferred_
Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization.

Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.
**Company Overview**
**Company Overview**
Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare.

Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.
**Our Mission:** Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.
**Our Culture, Our Expectations**
At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework.

Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders.

Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere.

To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead.

As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.
We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services.

Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.
**What Devereux Offers You**
In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners.

Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after **30 days** of employment.

In addition, we offer;
+ Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
+ Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
+ Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
+ Employee assistance / work-life balance program.
**Visitwww.mydevereuxbenefits.orgto see why Devereux is a great place to work!**
_Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required.

EOE_
**Posted Date** _1 week ago_ _(10/13/2025 10:53 PM)_
**_Requisition ID_** _2025-47119_
**_Category_** _Education_
**_Position Type_** _Full-Time_
The employment policies of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health are to recruit and hire qualified employees without discrimination because of race, religion, creed, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, communication ability, gender identity or expression or sexual orientation and to treat them equally with respect to compensation and opportunities for advancement - including upgrading, promotion and transfer - consistent with individual skills and the needs of Devereux.

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