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SPHS GROUP

Learning Support Assistant

Monessen, PA · On-site

Ability to read, understand, and implement s, DHS Regulations, SPHS Child Learning Center announcements, philosophies, policies and procedures, and STARS and Pre-K Counts requirements. * Early ...

SPHS GROUP

Learning Support Assistant

Monessen, PA · On-site

Ability to read, understand, and implement s, DHS Regulations, SPHS Child Learning Center announcements, philosophies, policies and procedures, and STARS and Pre-K Counts requirements. * Early ...

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How much do learning support assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for learning support assistant in Pennsylvania is $24.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $9.62 and $25.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a learning support assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Learning Support Assistant, you typically need experience or qualifications in education or child development, along with a good understanding of special educational needs (SEN). Familiarity with classroom technology, educational software, and sometimes safeguarding or first aid certifications are commonly required. Patience, strong communication, and the ability to build rapport with students and staff are essential soft skills. These competencies are vital for effectively supporting diverse learners and fostering an inclusive, productive classroom environment.

What do learning support assistants do?

Learning support assistants help students with special educational needs or learning difficulties by providing one-on-one or small group support in the classroom. They assist with implementing lesson plans, supervising activities, and helping students develop skills, often working under the guidance of teachers and requiring good communication and organizational skills.

What is a learning support assistant?

A learning support assistant or teacher’s assistant helps a school teacher with instructional and clerical tasks. Job duties can include preparing lesson materials, making photocopies, taking attendance, collecting and grading student work, monitoring student behavior, and working one-on-one or with small groups of children who need additional guidance to complete classroom learning activities.

How do learning support assistants typically collaborate with teachers and other staff to support students with additional needs?

Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) work closely with classroom teachers to adapt lesson materials and provide targeted support for students with additional needs. They often participate in planning meetings and coordinate with special educational needs coordinators (SENCOs) to implement individualized education plans (IEPs). Collaboration is key, as LSAs regularly communicate progress and challenges to ensure a consistent and inclusive learning environment. This teamwork helps address students’ academic and social needs more effectively, benefiting both students and the wider school community.

What is the difference between Learning Support Assistant vs Teaching Assistant?

AspectLearning Support AssistantTeaching Assistant
QualificationsOften requires GCSEs or equivalent; some roles may need specific certificationsSimilar qualifications; some roles prefer relevant certifications or experience
Work EnvironmentSupports students with special educational needs in classrooms or special schoolsAssists teachers in general classroom settings across various subjects
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in schools, special education settings, and mainstream classroomsCommonly employed in primary and secondary schools to support teaching staff

Both roles involve supporting students and working within educational environments, but Learning Support Assistants typically focus on students with special needs, while Teaching Assistants assist in general classroom activities. The roles often overlap, but the specific focus and qualifications can differ based on the setting.

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Infographic showing various Learning Support Assistant job openings in Pennsylvania as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,024 per year, or $24.5 per hour.

Learning Support Assistant

Moon Area School District

Coraopolis, PA • On-site

Other

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

POSITION:                Learning Support Assistant Class I

                                      High School

                                     (4 hours 10:00 am 2:00 pm)

REPORTS TO:           Building Principal

JOB FUNCTION:       To assist with the needs of the Special Education students, classroom teachers, and other staff members. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Associate degree or higher; or must have completed at least two (2) years of postsecondary study, or qualified status via the PDE Paraeducator Credential of Competency.

  2. Ability to work with children

  3. Demonstrate aptitude for the tasks involved /Proficiency to excel on the district administered test

  4. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Products and other office equipment or software 

REQUIREMENTS:

  1. Demonstrate the ability to work in a diverse environment and flexibility to handle changing priorities.

  2. Ability to prioritize identified needs of students by following directives of classroom teachers, staff and peers, as well as the goals of the IEP.

  3. Participates in training as required for performance of job. This may include but is not limited to ABA and Safety Care.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Provides one-to-one and small group assistance and redirection to maintain task focus and to minimize disruptions to class instruction; implement strategies as indicated in the student's IEP/Positive Behavior Support Plan.
  2. Assist/supervise students with disabilities as directed by classroom teacher or administrator with reinforcement of skills introduced by the classroom teacher.
  3. Assists assigned student(s) who have identified needs for self-help or self-care/personal hygiene skills such as toileting, diapering, dressing, feeding and other personal care needs as designated in the IEP.
  4. Assists the student(s) in the use of Assistive Technology (AT) as prescribed by the IEP team.
  5. Monitors, supervises and assists the students throughout the day in the classroom, lunch, field trips, assemblies, from class to class, bathroom, recess, therapies, regular education classes, and his/her transportation if applicable.
  6. Assists the teachers by directing the movement of regular and special needs students during emergency drills, assemblies, and special classes.
  7. Assists with clerical and organizational tasks and data collection related to IEP progress monitoring, records and file maintenance, arranging bulletin boards, displays and materials and completes daily service logs for ACCESS billing as appropriate.
  8. Functions as a source of information and assistance to any student or substitute teacher assigned during the absence of the classroom teacher; communicates information to the regular teachers from the special education teachers regarding the student(s) assigned.
  9. Checks notebooks, corrects papers and supervises testing and make-up work as assigned by the teacher.
  10. Instructional Paraeducators are required to accumulate a minimum of 20 professional development hours each school year.
  11. Performs other duties as directed by the building principal or classroom teacher.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:  195/193 days; Hourly wage per contract

EVALUATION:         Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provision of the School District's evaluation system of support service personnel. 

NOTE: The above responsibilities may differ depending upon location and needs of student(s).

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applicants interested in bidding on this position may apply as an internal candidate via Applitrack.  Interested applicants who are not current employees should apply as an external candidate through the same link.

The Moon Area School District is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex and handicap in its activities, programs or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504.

For information regarding civil rights, grievance procedures or services, activities and facilities that are accessible to and usable by handicapped persons, contact the Title IX/Section 504 Coordinator at 8353 University Boulevard, Moon Township, PA 15108-2597 phone (412) 264-9440.

Kellie Crago

Human Resources and Benefits 

Date of posting:            July 22, 2026

Term. Date of posting:  July 29, 2026   3 pm



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