Elementary Autistic Support Paraprofessionals (Self-contained Classroom)

Derry-Township-School-District; Spring Creek Manor (PA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Job summary

Derry Township School District is seeking an Elementary Autistic Support Paraprofessional to support students with diverse learning, communication, social-emotional, sensory, and behavioral needs in an elementary setting. You will work under a special education teacher to assist with instruction and daily activities.

Starting salary is $21.15 per hour with full medical, dental, and vision benefits. Schedule varies by building, roughly 5.75–6.5 hours per day, with specific hours by level

Qualifications

• No prior experience in special education required.
• Training and support will be provided.
• Ability to work in an active classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Support students with academic instruction and classroom activities.
• Help students develop communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Assist with classroom routines, transitions, and building independence.
• Implement individualized behavior and student support plans.
• Promote student participation, safety, and success throughout the school day.

Skills

Patient

Compassionate

Flexible

Team player

Communication

Observant

Dependable

Willing to learn

Job description

Derry Township School District

Thank you for taking the time to apply for an open position with the Derry Township School District. We truly appreciate your interest in joining our team and the effort you have put into your application. Every application we receive is given thoughtful consideration, and we are grateful for the opportunity to learn more about you.

Elementary Autistic Support Paraprofessional

Are you patient, compassionate, flexible, and interested in helping children learn and grow? Join our team as an Autistic Support Paraprofessional andmake a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

Our elementary autistic support classrooms serve students with a variety of learning, communication, social-emotional, sensory, and behavioral needs.Eachstudent is unique, andno two days are exactly alike!

Workingunder the direction of a special education teacher, you will:

• Support students withacademic instruction and classroom activities.
• Help students developcommunication, social, anddaily living skills.
• Assist with classroomroutines, transitions, andbuilding independence.
• Implement individualized behavior and student support plans.
• Promote student participation, safety, and success throughout the school day.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Patient, positive, and compassionate.
• Flexible and comfortable in an active classroom environment.
• A strong team player who takes direction and communicates effectively.
• Observant, dependable, and willing to learn new strategies.
• Committed to treating every student with dignity and respect.

No prior experience in special education is necessary.Training and support will be provided!

Salary

The starting salary for both positions is $21.15 per hour.

Medical Benefits

The position comes with full Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.

Schedule

Schedule are based on the employee's building assignment. The schedule would also be based on the number of hours you are assigned to work, it would either be 5.75 hours per day or 6.5 hours per day.

• Elementary School Hours: 8:15am to 4:15pm
• Middle School Hours: 7:18am to 2:45pm
• High School Hours: 7:18am to 2:45pm

If you have any questions regarding the position or the application process, please do not hesitate to reach out. You may direct your inquiries to:

Dr. Jesse Rawls Jr.

Human Resources

Email: [e-mail]