Paraprofessional

CCRES, Educational & Behavioral Health Services; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan for employee

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

CCRES 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan –

Tuition discounts through collegiate

Milestone service award

Gift card raffle on pay-day Fridays

Paid credential renewals

Paid trainings

Job summary

CCRES Educational and Behavioral Health Services partners with Unionville-Chadds Ford School District to hire a Special Education Paraprofessional. You will support students with IEPs/504 plans and assist in classroom activities, promoting a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Position is paid at $18.54/hour with 5 days of PTO annually; work follows the school calendar, with 6.5 hours per school day and a half-hour lunch break.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; for Title I positions - must pass for 'highly qualified' as mandated by NCLB.
• Associates or Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Prior public-school experience and/or working with school-aged children in a licensed, certified, or registered provider setting preferred.
• PA Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151) required.
• PA Criminal Clearance (Act 34) required.
• PA Department of Education FBI clearance required.
• TB Screening required.
• Education Documentation - Diploma or Official Transcript required.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional, behavioral, and/or physical support to individual students or small groups.
• Support students with IEPs and 504 Plans by implementing accommodations and strategies.
• Reinforce learning concepts, classroom instruction, and skill development.
• Work one-on-one or in small groups to provide targeted academic and behavioral support.
• Assist students in developing organizational, communication, problem-solving, and independent living skills.
• Guide students through classroom activities, monitor participation and progress, and provide feedback to staff.
• Promote positive student behavior and help maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and administrators to support student success.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, arrival/dismissal, transitions and other non-instructional activities.

Skills

Student learning support

IEP/504 plan accommodation

Small group instruction

Behavioral support

Education

High School Diploma

Associates or Bachelors degree preferred

Job description

Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as a Paraprofessional through our partnership with Unionville-Chadds Ford School District (UCFSD)!

OFFERING PAID CREDENTIALS - Eliminating upfront costs for necessary clearances & TB screening!

SUMMARY:

• The Special Education Paraprofessional pay rate to work on assignment in UCFSD is $18.54 per hour with 5 days of paid time off (PTO) each year
• The Special Education Paraprofessional will work on all student days during the school calendar year, 6.5 paid hours per day on full school days (with 1/2 hr unpaid lunch break)
• Special Education Paraprofessionals will support students in one of the following areas: Autistic, Emotional, Instructional, Learning, and Life Skills Support

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Paraprofessional, you will play a vital role in supporting students' academic, behavioral, social, and personal growth within the classroom and school environment. Responsibilities include:

• Provide instructional, behavioral, and/or physical support to individual students or small groups, including on-task prompting, social skills development, and self-care assistance.
• Support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans by implementing accommodations and strategies as directed.
• Reinforce learning concepts, classroom instruction, and skill development to help students achieve their educational goals.
• Work one-on-one or in small groups to provide targeted academic and behavioral support.
• Assist students in developing organizational, communication, problem-solving, and independent living skills.
• Guide students through classroom activities, monitor participation and progress, and provide feedback to instructional staff.
• Promote positive student behavior and help maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers, specialists, and school administrators to support student success.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, arrival/dismissal, transitions, and other non-instructional school activities.
• Foster positive relationships with students while encouraging independence, confidence, and social-emotional growth.

CURRENT PRIORITY NEEDS:

• Pocopson Elementary School: Monday - Friday, 8:45am - 3:45 pm daily following the academic school calendar

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE:

You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day by helping students build the skills, confidence, and support they need to succeed both academically and personally.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma required. For Title I positions - Must pass for "highly qualified" as mandated by NCLB
• Associates or Bachelors Degree - preferred
• Prior public-school experience and/or working with school-aged children in a licensed, certified, or registered provider setting - preferred

CREDENTIALING :

(CCRES paid clearances & TB screening)

• PA Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance
• PA Criminal (Act 34) Clearance
• PA Department of Education FBI
• TB Screening
• Education Documentation - Diploma OR Official Transcript

• Employer paid: Base medical plan for employee, life insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employees scheduled for 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits
• Employees scheduled for 20+ hours per week are eligible for dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits: Life insurance, short-term disability, accidental, critical illness, hospital indemnity, Norton Life Lock identity protection
• CCRES 403 (b) Retirement Savings Plan – 3% matching contribution
• Tuition discounts through collegiate partnerships
• Milestone service award
• Gift card raffle on pay-day Fridays
• Paid credential renewals
• Paid trainings

ABOUT CCRES:

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, CCRES Educational and Behavioral Health Services is an organization of dedicated and highly-trained staff members who provide quality services to schools, children, adults, and families. We work collaboratively with school districts, intermediate units, and the behavioral health system.

MISSION STATEMENT:

Connecting schools and communities with caring professionals and resources that make a difference where it matters most.

CCRES is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.