1.0 Anticipated Paraprofessional - Boyce

Boyce Middle School; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper St. Clair School District at Boyce Middle School in Pittsburgh, PA seeks a 1.0 paraprofessional for a full-time 10-month role. Start date is immediately, with duties including student supervision, instructional support, and clerical assistance to maintain an effective learning environment.

Responsibilities vary by assignment and student needs; paraprofessionals do not design or evaluate teaching. Education and experience requirements emphasize strong communication and reliability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of postsecondary study, an Associate degree, or equivalent qualification.
• One year of experience working directly with children preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use educational technology and instructional tools.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist students in classrooms, resource rooms, cafeterias, study halls, playgrounds, assemblies, field trips, and transportation.
• Provide reinforcement instructional support in visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive skill areas.
• Assist with independent study projects, make-up work, or small group activities.
• Support co-curricular and extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Secure, operate, and assist students with instructional devices and communication devices.
• Perform routine clerical duties such as typing, duplicating, collating, distributing, and filing.

Skills

Strong verbal and writtenCommunication

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Instructional technology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years of postsecondary study

Associate’s degree or higher

State/local assessment standard

Job description

Upper St. Clair School District Boyce Middle School - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

1.0 Paraprofessional - Boyce

Upper St. Clair School District Boyce Middle School - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5939064

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Oct 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position: 1.0 Anticipated Paraprofessional (Full-time 10-month position)

Location: Boyce Middle School

Start Date: 10-12-26

Summary:

Supervise and assist students in a variety of instructional and non-instructional school activities. Provide clerical and classroom support services to help maintain an effective learning environment. Paraprofessionals are not responsible for the design, direction, or evaluation of the teaching-learning process. Duties and responsibilities will vary depending on assignment and student needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Paraprofessopnal may perform the following duties:

• Supervise and assist students in all school-related areas and activities, including classrooms, resource rooms, cafeterias, study halls, playgrounds, assemblies, field trips, and during transportation (on and off buses).
• Provide reinforcement instructional support in visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive skill areas.
• Perform delegated instructional services, such as assisting students with independent study projects, make-up work, or small group activities.
• Support the conduct of co-curricular and extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Secure, operate, and assist students in the use of instructional and assistive teaching devices, including individual technology, district-provided technology, and communication devices.
• Provide custodial care services, which may include:
• Ambulatory support
• Lifting and physical assistance
• Feeding
• Toileting
• Utilize safe physical management techniques when necessary to support student behavior and maintain a safe environment.
• Perform routine clerical duties, including typing, duplicating, collating, distributing, and filing instructional materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Applicants must meet one of the following additional qualifications:

• Completion of at least two years of postsecondary study
• Possession of an Associate’s degree or higher
• Meeting a rigorous standard of quality through a state or local assessment

Experience:

• One year of experience working directly with children is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
• Effective problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and carry out written instructions.
• Ability to write simple reports and correspondence.
• Ability to present information clearly and respond to questions from staff, students, or parents in one-on-one or small group settings.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including fractions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Proficiency in the use of educational technology and instructional tools.

Position Type: Full-Time