K-5 Paraeducator: Nurturing Classroom Support & Inclusion

School-District-of-Lancaster; Wharton Township (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lancaster is seeking a motivated paraprofessional to support classroom instruction and student activities. You will assist students individually and in groups, help prepare materials, and ensure a safe, organized learning environment.

Bilingual ability for ELL and Dual Immersion is required, with emphasis on communication and teamwork. Responsibilities include monitoring areas, assisting with transportation to various locations within the building, and reporting incidents

Qualifications

• Requires Associates Degree or High School Diploma/G.E.D. per PDE guidelines.
• Bilingual required for ELL and Dual Immersion.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Experience working with students preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist children individually and in small groups as directed by the teacher.
• Assist with preparation of educational materials, and audio-visual aides and equipment.
• Maintain organization of learning materials and ensure easy accessibility.
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment for children.
• Provide students with appropriate level of assistance needed to complete assignments.
• Assist in monitoring lunchroom, lavatories, playgrounds, and corridors/stairwells.
• Accompany students to and from various locations within the building as assigned.
• Assist in handling student and parent needs.
• Report incidents and serious discipline problems to principal or designee and assist with providing support.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Customer service

Organizational skills

Discretion/confidentiality

Equity and inclusion

Computer skills

Proactivity

Education

Associate degree or HS diploma/GED

Tools

Computer software and devices

Job description

The School District of Lancaster is seeking a motivated paraprofessional to support classroom instruction and student activities. You will assist students individually and in groups, help prepare materials, and ensure a safe, organized learning environment.

Bilingual ability for ELL and Dual Immersion is required, with emphasis on communication and teamwork. Responsibilities include monitoring areas, assisting with transportation to various locations within the building, and reporting incidents