Center-Based Paraeducator: Emotional Support (Earn up to $5k)

Lancaster-Lebanon IU13; Manheim (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster-Lebanon IU13 seeks full-time paraeducators to support special education classrooms under supervision. The role involves instructional assistance to teachers and students, with emphasis on following directions and clear verbal communication.

Minimum High School Diploma required; one PDE-qualified option or equivalently approved credential must be met within 6 months. The position includes 7.5 hours/day, 185 days/year, with potential for up to $5,000 additional earnings this year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency required.
• Must meet one of the four PDE-qualified options within 6 months.
• Provide evidence of 20 hours of staff development each school year.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification desired; CPI/SCM/QBS safety training required as needed.
• Verbal communication and ability to follow directions essential.
• Basic data entry, internet/email, and word processing skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to the teacher and students under supervision.
• Assist in general classroom activities and maintain safety procedures.
• Adhere to staff development requirements and program directives.
• Support with physical demands and crisis prevention training when needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Follow directions

Data entry

Internet usage

Email usage

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Education

High School Diploma or High School Equivalency

Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators

2 years postsecondary study (48 credits)

Associate degree or higher

Rigorous standard of quality assessment (PDE)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Basic computer skills

Job description

Lancaster-Lebanon IU13 seeks full-time paraeducators to support special education classrooms under supervision. The role involves instructional assistance to teachers and students, with emphasis on following directions and clear verbal communication.

Minimum High School Diploma required; one PDE-qualified option or equivalently approved credential must be met within 6 months. The position includes 7.5 hours/day, 185 days/year, with potential for up to $5,000 additional earnings this year.