Full-time Paraeducator: Multiple Disabilities Support

Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13; Rohrerstown (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13 seeks a Full-time Paraeducator for Multiple Disabilities Support. This role involves providing instructional support within special education classes. Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalency and meet specific qualifications such as obtaining a paraeducator credential within six months. The position requires strong verbal communication skills and the ability to assist students physically as necessary. Work hours are 7.5 hours daily, Monday to Friday, with a starting salary of $18.90 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must complete paraeducator credential within 6 months of employment.
• Provide evidence of 20 hours of staff development activities annually.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to the teacher and students.
• Assist in lifting students and any assistive appliances.
• Use crisis intervention methods when necessary.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Ability to follow directions

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or High School Equivalency

Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators

At least 2 years of post-secondary study

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Full-time Paraeducator: Multiple Disabilities Support (Job ID: 7457)

Date Posted: 5/4/2026

Location: HEMPFIELD CENTER VILLE ELEM

Date Available: 8/10/2026

Status: Full-time

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

Minimum Salary: $18.90

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.

Knowledge & Skill Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or High School Equivalency
• Effective July 1, 2010 – 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 post‑secondary study with a minimum of 48 credit hours. A 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 school year.

• Skills Required: Verbal communication skills and the ability to follow directions.
• Computer Skills: Basics related to data entry, internet/email usage, word processing, and spreadsheets.

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 Requirements

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 Behavioral Supports (QBS) method, depending on program need, for which training will be provided.

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

See Position Guide for a complete list of Physical Demands.