Paraeducator, Emotional Support

Hamburg Area School District; Edenburg (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Hamburg Area School District in Hamburg, PA, is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to support classroom instruction and student learning.

Responsibilities include assisting with instruction, supporting individuals or small groups, helping implement behavior and learning plans, preparing materials, supervising students, and providing personal care support when needed, including potential one-on-one assignments in special education settings.

Qualifications

• PA Paraprofessional Certificate or associate degree required.
• Strong communication, flexibility and compassion.
• Experience supporting students in special education settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with classroom instruction and supervise students.
• Support students individually or in small groups.
• Help implement behavior and learning plans and prepare materials.
• Provide personal care support when needed.
• May include one-on-one assignments in special education.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Compassion

Education

PA Paraprofessional Certificate

Associate degree

Job description

• Date Posted: 7/29/2026
• Location: Hamburg Area Middle School
• Date Available: 08/18/2026
• Closing Date: 08/07/2026

Responsibilities include assisting with classroom instruction, supporting students individually or in small groups, helping implement behavior and learning plans, preparing materials, supervising students, and providing personal care support when needed. Position may include one-on-one student assignments and support in special education settings.

Preferred candidates will possess a Pennsylvania Paraprofessional Certificate, associate degree, or equivalent qualifications. Strong communication skills, flexibility, compassion, and a willingness to support all students are essential.

Employment Terms

• Work Schedule: 7 hours per day which includes a 30-minute, duty-free, paid lunch (Elementary - approximately 8:30am to 3:30pm, Secondary - approximately 7:30 am -2:30 pm)
• Hourly rate:
  • Level 1: $16.34 (minimum qualifications / willing to obtain certificate of competency)
  • Level 2: $23.00 (possesses a valid PA or other state teaching certificate)
• This position is benefits eligible for single-level medical and dental healthcare and offers 12 days of paid leave +6 paid holidays per year