Full-time Paraeducator: Diagnostic Kindergarten

Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13; Bainbridge (GA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 is seeking a full-time paraeducator for diagnostic kindergarten in Bainbridge, GA. The role provides instructional support to teachers and students, following the lead of the special education program supervisor.

Strong communication and classroom assistance are essential. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, and completion of PDE-approved credentials or alternative qualifications within set timelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators or other approved equivalent within 6 months of employment.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to teachers and students.
• Assist with classroom activities and behavior management as directed.
• Follow the program Supervisor of Special Education's guidance and routines.

Skills

Verbal communication

Follow directions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPI Certification

SCM/QBS training

Job description

Full-time Paraeducator: Diagnostic Kindergarten JobID: 7726

• Date Posted:
  7/30/2026
  
• Location:
  ETOWN BAINBRIDGE ELEM
  
• Date Available:
  08/10/2026
  

Status: Full-time

Schedule: 7.50 Hours/Day (8:30 am-4:00 pm), Monday-Friday 185 Days/Year

Minimum Hourly Salary: $20.00

PURPOSEOFPOSITION:

Theparaeducatorsassignedtospecialeducationclassesorprogramsprovideinstructionalsupporttotheteacher (instructional leader) and students and are under the general supervision of the program Supervisor of Special Education.

KNOWLEDGE&SKILLREQUIREMENTS:

EducationRequired: HighSchoolDiplomaorHighSchoolEquivalency

EffectiveJuly1,2010–Alsomustmeetoneofthefollowingfourqualifications:

• HavecompletedtheCredentialofCompetencyforSpecialEducationParaeducatorsthroughthePA Department of Education (or be willing to complete within 6 months of employment). A copy of the credential must be submitted within 30 days of hire or when received from PDE.
• Havecompletedatleast2yearsofpostsecondarystudywithaminimumof48credithours.Copyof transcript required within 30 days of employment.
• Possessanassociatedegreeorhigher.Copyofdegreeortranscriptsrequiredwithin30daysof employment.
• Meetarigorousstandardofqualityasdemonstratedthroughanapprovedformofassessmentwithin6 months of employment.

AND

• As required by the PA Department of Education: Each school year, provide evidence of 20 hours of staff developmentactivitiesrelatedtoposition.Pro-rationwillapplybasedondateofhirewithintheschoolyear.

SkillsRequired:Verbalcommunicationskillsandtheabilitytofollowdirections.

ComputerSkills:Basicskillsrelatedtodataentry,internet/emailusage,wordprocessing,and spreadsheets.

CertificationRequired:CrisisPreventionInstitute(CPI),SafeCrisisManagementNon-ViolentCrisis Intervention(SCM)orQualityBehavioralSolutions:Safety-CareCrisis Prevention (QBS), as directed by program needs.

ESSENTIALPHYSICALREQUIREMENT:

• Thestrengthandabilitytoliftand/orassistinliftingstudentsranginginagefrompre-schooltotwenty-oneandany assistive appliances, for example: wheelchair.
• The ability to physically restrain students in emotional stress by using the Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI),SafeCrisisManagement(SCM)orQualityBehaviorSupports(QBS)method,dependingonprogramneed, for which training will be provided.
• Mustbeabletocontextuallyrun/sprintafter/toanelopingchildandbeabletohelpalearneroffthefloorshould they drop to the floor under their own power.

See Position Guide for a complete list of Physical Demands.

Postings current as of 8/1/2026 6:23:30 PM CST.

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