K-2 Specialized Instructional Paraprofessional

Upper Moreland Township School District, Inc; Willow Grove (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Moreland Township School District, Inc. is seeking a Specialized Instructional Paraprofessional to support students with individualized education plans at the K-2 level.

You will work with teachers to reinforce lessons, assist with activities, monitor student progress, and help with personal care needs as required. The role involves coordinating with staff, documenting data, and contributing to a positive learning environment within the Upper Moreland Primary School (K-2).

Qualifications

• Two years of post-secondary study or an Associate's degree or higher or PDE Credentials of Competency.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• Safety Cares certification required.
• Evidence of 20 hours of staff development related to assignment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate instructional efforts with classroom teachers.
• Assist students individually or in groups with lesson assignments.
• Support strategies based on individual student needs and abilities.
• Guide independent study, enrichment and remedial tasks.
• Read aloud to students and engage in oral activities.
• Maintain learning displays and operate classroom equipment.
• Assist with material distribution and collection; monitor tests and make-ups.
• Assist with arrival/dismissal and student personal care needs as required.
• Support ambulatory needs and feeding of students when necessary.
• Observe student behavior and report to teacher or case manager.
• Collect behavioral, functional and academic data for reports.
• Possibly place students in K-12+ support classrooms as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Observation skills

Data collection

Ability to follow directions

Education

Associate's degree or higher

PDE Credentials of Competency

CPR and First Aid certification

Safety Cares certification

20 hours staff development activities

Job description

Upper Moreland Township School District, Inc. is seeking a Specialized Instructional Paraprofessional to support students with individualized education plans at the K-2 level.

You will work with teachers to reinforce lessons, assist with activities, monitor student progress, and help with personal care needs as required. The role involves coordinating with staff, documenting data, and contributing to a positive learning environment within the Upper Moreland Primary School (K-2).