K-12 Paraprofessional: Supportive Classroom Assistant

Iu17; Sunbury (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

ESS in Sunbury, PA is seeking a Paraprofessional for the Shikellamy School District in Northumberland County. Salary listed is $13.00 per hour for a permanent position.

Paraprofessionals assist students with instructional and non-instructional activities under the direct, immediate supervision of a certified professional. Regular attendance is required to fulfill duties and ensure student support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associates Degree preferred.
• Pennsylvania State Police Clearance
• Child Abuse Clearance
• FBI Fingerprinting
• School Health Form: Physical and Tuberculosis Test
• PDE 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

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree

Job description

ESS in Sunbury, PA is seeking a Paraprofessional for the Shikellamy School District in Northumberland County. Salary listed is $13.00 per hour for a permanent position.

Paraprofessionals assist students with instructional and non-instructional activities under the direct, immediate supervision of a certified professional. Regular attendance is required to fulfill duties and ensure student support.