Early Intervention Paraprofessional (Part-Time)

Schuylkill Intermediate Unit #29; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29 in Tamaqua, PA, is seeking a part-time Early Intervention Paraprofessional. The role assists teachers, supports students, and handles light classroom and clerical duties in the IU29 Tamaqua Classroom.

Starting date is immediate, with a 10-month, part-time schedule and a 90-day probationary period. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and options for an associate degree or PDE Credential with time to obtain the credential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children preferred.
• Documentation of at least one of the following: two years of post-secondary education; associate's degree or higher; para educator Highly Qualified Certificate.
• High School Diploma or GED with commitment to PDE Credential of Competency.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher with daily classroom activities and behavior management.
• Help arrange the learning environment and prepare instructional materials.
• Assist with clerical tasks such as attendance and lunch reports and data collection.
• Complete required in-service hours and maintain PDE credentialing within stated timelines.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Math

Follow directions

Education

Two years of post-secondary education

Associate's degree or higher

Para educator Highly Qualified Certificate

High School Diploma or GED

PDE Credential of Competency (within 3 months)

Job description

Early Intervention Paraprofessional (Part-Time)

Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29, Mar Lin, Pennsylvania. Open in Google Maps

Job ID: 5866489
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 03, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Early Intervention Paraprofessional (Part-Time)

Summary of Position:

• The Paraprofessional/Teacher Aide assists the teacher in general daily classroom and school-wide activities. The Paraprofessional/Teacher Aide is directly monitored by the classroom teacher, is responsible to the Schuylkill Intermediate Unit, and is evaluated by the Schuylkill Intermediate Unit Special Education Supervisor in collaboration with the classroom teacher and building Principal when appropriate. This opening is located at the IU29 Early Intervention Tamaqua Classroom in Tamaqua, PA.

Essential Job Responsibilities and Skills:

• Assisting the teacher:
  • Maintaining discipline and other behavior management functions in order to maintain a safe classroom environment.
  • Arranging the learning environment.
  • Administering educational assessments. The Paraprofessional/Teacher Aide is not permitted to analyze the results or determine the grade or achievement level.
  • Assembling, adjusting, and maintaining equipment and technology used in the instructional program.
  • Preparing instructional materials.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.
• Assisting the Students:
  • Working with the individual students or small groups on activities assigned by the teacher. The Paraprofessional/Teacher Aide is only permitted to reinforce instruction provided by the teacher and, in this capacity, must adhere to lesson plans provided by the teacher. The Paraprofessional/Teacher Aide is never responsible for providing direct instruction to an individual or group of students.
  • Assisting, within constraints of specific program regulations, in the supervision of students during non-instructional times throughout the day such as lunchtime, recess, entering and exiting the building, toileting, personal grooming, etc.
• Assisting with Clerical Duties:
  • Completing recordkeeping tasks assigned by the teacher such as lunch reports, attendance, etc.
  • Completing data collection tasks assigned by the teacher such as tallying points on student behavior sheets from other teachers, classroom progress monitoring, etc.
• Professional Development:
  • Complete required In-Service hours as per contract.
  • Earn and maintain qualified status.
  • Accumulate 20 hours of approved Professional Development hours per school year, required to continue employment.

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:
  • Previous Experience working with children preferred.
  • Documentation of at least one of the following:
    • Two years ofpost-secondary education
    • Associate's degree or higher
    • Para educator Highly Qualified Certificate
  • High School Diploma or GED. With commitment to complete the PDE Credential of Competency required within the first three months of employment.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Performing Basic Reading, Writing, and Math Skills.
• Ability to understand and follow directions as directed by the teacher(s) or supervisor.
• Working confidentially and cooperatively with other staff members within the school environment.
• Position requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing stairs, or moving throughout the school environment, often for extended periods of the workday.
• Position requires mobility such as: pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, and sliding supplies or equipment weighing no more than 45 pounds.
• Lifting students to assist with their physical needs.
• Withstanding inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Withstanding a noise level that is generally moderate to loud.
• Performing other related duties as directed by the teacher(s) or supervisor.
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations. It is the responsibility of the employee to timely inform the Schuylkill Intermediate Unit Special Education Administrator of all reasonable accommodations that will be required.
• As an IU employee, you are subject to assignment. All assignments are based on the needs of the students and/or program and are not negotiable.
• As per the contract, there is a probationary period of 90 working days prior to the candidate becoming a permanent employee. The employee will be observed and evaluated with the appropriate IU form before the end of the 90 days. New employees who are not Highly Qualified must complete the PDE Paraeducator Credential of Competency certificate within 3 months from the date of hire.
• All Paraprofessionals/Teacher Aides will be evaluated at least annually. New Paraprofessionals/aides will be evaluated before the end of the probation period. Any disciplinary actions will be conducted via the evaluation process.

Program/Classification:

• Early Intervention

Reports To:

• Assistant Director of Special Education/Early Intervention Supervisor

Method of Evaluation:

• The Paraprofessional shall be evaluated annually by the Assistant Director of Special Education/Early Intervention Supervisor or their designee in accordance with the educational support personnel collective bargaining agreement.

Terms of Employment:

• Paraprofessionals shall be employed on a part-time basis for 10 months of the year.
• Location: IU29 Early Intervention Tamaqua Classroom in Tamaqua, PA.

The public schools of Schuylkill County and the Schuylkill IU 29 do not discriminate against any persons in employment, educational programs or activities based on race, color, sex, creed, religion, age, disability, national origin, marital status or because a person is a disabled veteran or a veteran of the Vietnam era. This policy extends to all other legally protected classifications and is published in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: upto $14.50 Per Hour