Full-time Paraeducator: Early Intervention (Autistic Support)

Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13; Manheim (PA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 is seeking dedicated paraeducators to support special education classes. The role involves providing instructional assistance under teacher supervision, maintaining a safe learning environment.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, relevant credentials, and essential skills in communication and data entry. CPR/First Aid certifications are desired. The position offers a competitive starting salary of $20.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency is required.
• Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators must be completed.
• Two years of post-secondary study required with at least 48 credit hours.
• Associate degree or higher is acceptable.
• Training in CPI, SCM, or QBS is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to teachers and students in special education.
• Assist in delivering the IEP for students.
• Ensure proper student supervision and maintain safety.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Basic data entry

Internet/email usage

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Status: Full-time

Schedule: 7.50 Hours/Day (8:15 am-3:45 pm) Monday-Friday 185 Days/Year - Early Intervention follows a stretch calendar that includes a summer session.

Minimum Salary: $20.00

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The paraeducators assigned to special education classes or programs provide instructional support to the teacher (instructional leader) and students and are under the general supervision of the program supervisor of special education.

REQUIREMENTS

• Education Required:HighSchoolDiplomaorHighSchoolEquivalency

EffectiveJuly1,2010–Alsomustmeetoneofthefollowingfourqualifications:

• Have completed the Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators through the PA 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.
  • Have completed at least 2 years of post-secondary study with a minimum of 48 credit hours. Copy of transcript required within 30 days of employment.
  • Possess an associate degree or higher. Copy of degree or transcripts required within 30 days of employment.
  • Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through an approved form of assessment within 6 months of employment.

AND

As required by the PA Department of Education: Each school year, provide evidence of 20 hours of staff development activities related to position. Pro-ration will apply based on date of hire within school year.

Skills Required: Verbal communication skills and the ability to follow directions.

Computer Skills: Basic skills related to data entry, internet/email usage, word processing and spreadsheets.

Certification Desired: CPR/FirstAid/AED

Certification Required: Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Safe Crisis Management Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (SCM) or Quality Behavioral Solutions: Safety-Care Crisis Prevention (QBS), as directed by program needs.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

The strength and ability to lift and/or assist in lifting students ranging in age from pre-school to twenty-one and any assistive appliances, for example: wheelchair. The ability to physically restrain students in emotional stress by using the Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI), Safe Crisis Management (SCM) or Quality Behavior Supports (QBS) method, depending on program need, for which training will be provided.