Middle School Paraprofessional - Inspire Student Growth

Applitrack; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits

Job summary

Owen J. Roberts School District is seeking a Paraprofessional to provide instructional support in a middle school setting. The role involves assisting teachers with instruction, classroom management, and preparing materials to support student learning.

The position is non-exempt, 6.75 hours per day, 183 days per year, with starting pay at $18.00 per hour and eligible full-time benefits. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and relevant clearances.

Qualifications

• High School Degree required; Associate's Degree or at least 2 years of college credit preferred.
• Effective interpersonal skills, positive attitude and a desire to work with children.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Computer literate, including a working knowledge of email use and word processing software.
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR.
• Submission of PA School Personnel Health form.
• Current Act 34, Act 151 and Act 114 clearances.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with implementation of individual and group instruction, testing and assessment procedures.
• Assist the classroom teacher in the care and management of students in the classroom and other areas, such as special subject areas, lunch room, playground, and bus duty.
• Assist the classroom teacher by preparing instructional and classroom materials.
• Assist the classroom teacher by performing duties required to optimize instruction.
• Assist students by reading questions, passages from text and tests following teacher's instructions.
• Assist with collection of data relevant to students' needs (academic, behavioral, functional skills).
• Maintain accurate student data and records, as well as communication with the case manager.
• Assist skills related to personal and social self-sufficiency, which may include but is not limited to, toileting, feeding, personal hygiene.
• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the facilitator and classroom teachers.
• Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress.

Job description

Owen J. Roberts School District is seeking a Paraprofessional to provide instructional support in a middle school setting. The role involves assisting teachers with instruction, classroom management, and preparing materials to support student learning.

The position is non-exempt, 6.75 hours per day, 183 days per year, with starting pay at $18.00 per hour and eligible full-time benefits. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and relevant clearances.