Empowering School Paraprofessional — Growth & Training

Iu17; Kutztown (Berks County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kutztown Area School District is seeking an ESS Paraprofessional to support students under the supervision of a certified educator. The position is permanent and located in Kutztown, PA, with an hourly wage of $17.76 to $20.85.

The paraprofessional will assist with instructional and non-instructional activities, support daily living skills, and help create a supportive classroom environment while adhering to district policies and ESS guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, Associates Degree preferred.
• Pennsylvania State Police Clearance
• Child Abuse Clearance
• FBI Fingerprinting
• School Health Form: Physical and Tuberculosis Test
• Pennsylvania Department of Education Form 6004: Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification
• Continuing Education Hours (Based on Date of Hire)
• Act 126

Responsibilities

• Assist with self-sufficiency training and maintenance of skills for children with physical disabilities
• Assume duties of a personal care nature which will allow the children to participate to the maximum extent in the least restrictive environment
• Encourage, support, and educate the students by assisting in the performance of activities of daily living necessary for his/her comfort, well-being, and integrity
• Assist students in managing and maintaining his/her environment to meet his/her special physical and psychological needs
• Monitor the incidence and prevalence of selected health problems
• Monitor psycho-social adjustment to medical conditions
• Assist teacher or students to arrange the environment of the classroom to best meet the students' needs
• Attend training sessions, in-services, workshops, and/or meetings, as requested
• Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned by school administration and ESS
• Understand and adhere to all ESS and school district policies and procedures

Education

High School Diploma required, Associates Degree preferred

Job description

The Kutztown Area School District is seeking an ESS Paraprofessional to support students under the supervision of a certified educator. The position is permanent and located in Kutztown, PA, with an hourly wage of $17.76 to $20.85.

The paraprofessional will assist with instructional and non-instructional activities, support daily living skills, and help create a supportive classroom environment while adhering to district policies and ESS guidelines.