--- title: AIU Personal Care Assistant description: Allegheny Intermediate Unit is hiring for the AIU Personal Care Assistant role in Pittsburgh, PA. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/aiu-personal-care-assistant-at-allegheny-intermediate-unit-01a1cb93-b4d6-7372-85ff-1eb81e09feee date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Allegheny Intermediate Unit as AIU Personal Care Assistant in Pittsburgh, PA. Pays $17 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/b0gimp.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Allegheny Intermediate Unit | | **Location** | Pittsburgh, PA | | **Salary** | $17/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Nov 11, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Allegheny Intermediate Unit. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Allegheny Intermediate Unit. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $34,000 – $37,000 a year (median $34,000). ## Description **Personal Care Assistant (1:1 Aide) – Special Education Schools** **Monroeville | Jefferson Hills | Bethel Park** *Hired through ESS, in partnership with the Allegheny Intermediate Unit* **Be the steady, caring presence a student counts on every day.** Some students need one person in their corner to have a successful day: someone who knows their routines, notices when they need help, and celebrates every step forward. As a Personal Care Assistant, you’ll be that person. You’ll work one-on-one with a student with special needs at one of the Allegheny Intermediate Unit’s special education schools: Sunrise School in Monroeville, Mon Valley School in Jefferson Hills, or Pathfinder School in Bethel Park. These schools serve students ages 5 to 21 and focus on helping each student build the academic, social, and life skills they need for the future. You’ll be part of a team of teachers, therapists, nurses, and support staff who care about the same thing you do: helping every student thrive. You’ll be hired by ESS, the AIU’s staffing partner, and placed directly in the school. **What you’ll do** - Support one student throughout the school day, including arrival, classes, meals, therapies, and dismissal. - Help with personal care such as eating, toileting, hygiene, and mobility, always with dignity and respect. - Follow the student’s individualized plan, including behavior supports and communication strategies, under the direction of the classroom teacher. - Encourage independence by helping the student practice skills at their own pace. - Keep the student safe in the classroom, in the hallways, on outings, and during transitions. - Share observations with the teacher and team so everyone can support the student well. **What you bring** - A genuine desire to help students with disabilities succeed - Patience, compassion, and a calm approach, especially on hard days - Reliability, because your student is counting on you - Willingness to learn and take direction from the classroom team - A high school diploma or GED - At least 18 years of age - Ability to lift and assist up to 35 pounds and to stand, walk, kneel, and bend throughout the day - Pennsylvania clearances, or willingness to obtain them: PA Child Abuse (Act 151), PA State Police (Act 34), and FBI fingerprinting (Act 114) **Nice to have** - Experience in special education, personal care, home health, childcare, camp, or caregiving, including caring for a family member - CPR or First Aid certification - Experience with autism, behavioral supports, or medical needs No classroom experience? That’s okay. If you have the heart for this work, we’ll provide the training. **Why you’ll love it** - **Work that matters.** You’ll see your impact every day. - **A school-day schedule.** Hours are roughly 8:00am - 3:30pm, Monday through Friday, following the school calendar. - **Evenings, weekends, and holidays off.** Plus school breaks. - **Paid training.** You’ll get the support you need to succeed. - **A supportive team.** You’ll work alongside experienced special education professionals. - **Pay:** $17.00 per hour **Ready to make a difference?** Apply today at AIU3.net/Careers and select “AIU Personal Care Assistant.” Questions? 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