Full-time Paraeducator: Multiple Disabilities Support

Lancaster-Lebanon IU13; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 is seeking a full-time paraeducator to support special education classes and programs. The position involves assisting the teacher and students under the supervision of the program Supervisor of Special Education.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, and may be eligible through PDE Credential of Competency, 48 college credits (or an associate degree) or an approved assessment within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Education required: High School Diploma or High School Equivalency.
• Credential options: PDE Credential, 2 years postsecondary with 48 credits, Associate degree or higher, or approved assessment within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to the teacher and students under supervision.
• Support students in class activities and maintain safety and supervision.
• Assist with staff development activities as required (20 hours per school year).

Skills

Verbal communication

Follow directions

Education

High School Diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE)

Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators (PDE)

2 years postsecondary study (48 credits)

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Data entry

Internet & email

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Full-time

Schedule

7.50 Hours/Day (7:45 am-3:15 pm) Monday-Friday 185 Days/Year

Minimum Hourly 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.

Status: Full-time

Knowledge & Skill Requirements

Education Required: High School Diploma or High School Equivalency

Effective July 1, 2010 Also must meet one of the following four qualifications

• 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 postsecondary 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.

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 the 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/First Aid/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. Must be able to contextually run/sprint after/to an eloping child and be able to help a learner off the floor should they drop to the floor under their own power.

See Position Guide for a complete list of Physical Demands.