District Wide Paraprofessionals

District Wide; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hazleton Area School District is currently seeking applications for District Wide Paraprofessional positions. Starting salary ranges from $16 to $18 per hour, with 5.5 or 6.5 hour shifts and duties including supporting instruction and personal care within designated buildings.

Qualifications include two years of college, an associate degree or higher, or proven proficiency via state/local assessments. All clearances and pre-employment requirements apply; position is full-time and posted until

Qualifications

• Two years of study at an institution of higher education or an equivalent credential.
• An associate degree or higher is acceptable.
• Must meet a rigorous standard via approved academic assessments in education topics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in instruction of reading, writing, and math.
• Perform assigned educational and personal care duties within the assigned building.

Education

Two years of college

Associate degree

Academic assessment proficiency

Job description

District Wide Paraprofessionals

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Job Details

Job ID: 5890356

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Hazleton Area School District is currently seeking applications, letters of interest and resumes for the following Special Education Paraprofessional positions. Salary / Hourly Rate as per Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Hazleton Area School District and Hazleton Area Education Support Professional Association.

Anticipated Paraprofessionals (5.5hr / 6.5hr) – District Wide (School Age, Early Intervention)

Please inquire with the Special Education Department for location details at 570-459-3111 ext. 3154.

PLEASE NOTE: In addition to the specific responsibilities described for each job, paraprofessionals may be assigned other educational and personal care duties within their designated building.

Applicants must meet one of the following qualification requirements:

• Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education.
• Obtained an associate degree or higher.
• Met a rigorous standard of quality as judged by successfully completing a formal state or local academic assessment of his/her knowledge of:
• Education and related topics
• Instructional techniques necessary to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and math mathematics.

Any current employee applying for these positions must meet the qualifications listed above.

Successful candidates will need all clearances, Act 24 (82), 34, 114, 151, 126, Act 168 pre-employment drug test, physical test and TB test. This job will remain posted until filled.

The Hazleton Area School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $16 to $18 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required