Paraprofessional PCA $18-$21/hour – West Chester (RF: 3236)

Humanus; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support service is currently seeking Paraprofessionals (1:1 Aides/Teacher Assistants) for full-time positions in Chester, PA. In this role, you will assist teachers in supporting special education students’ needs, including providing one-on-one support. Eligible candidates must have a High School Diploma and clearances. The position offers weekdays from 8:00am to 4:00pm, fostering a positive learning environment and engaging classroom activities.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma.
• Experience working in a special education or behavioral healthcare setting is preferred.
• Must have up-to-date PA Clearances.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support students as they work toward their individualized goals.
• Actively engage students in classroom activities.
• Ensure a safe and welcoming environment for students.
• Collaborate on designing and tracking development programs.

Skills

Experience in special education

Ability to engage students

Clear communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree or two years of post-secondary education

Job description

We are currently seeking Paraprofessionals (1:1 Aides/Teacher Assistants) for full-time positions in the West Chester, PA area. There are also openings in the Downingtown, Norristown, and Landenberg areas. In this role, you will assist classroom teachers in supporting special education students’ academic, social, and behavioral needs, including providing one-on-one support and implementing basic educational programming. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm. Eligible candidates must have a HS Diploma and up-to-date clearances.

Qualifications:

• Must have a High School Diploma
  • An Associate’s Degree or completion of two years of post‑secondary education from an accredited college or university is preferred
• Experience working in a special education or behavioral healthcare setting with students with severe/complex behavioral/emotional issues preferred.
• Must have up‑to‑date PA Clearances
  • FBI Fingerprints, PA Criminal Background, PA Child Abuse, Act 24, Act 168, Mandated Reporter

Responsibilities:

• Guide and support students as they work toward their individualized goals
• Actively engage students in classroom activities, fostering learning and growth
• Ensure a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment where students can thrive
• Collaborate in designing, implementing, and tracking programs that promote students’ social, emotional, physical, and personal development

At Humanus, we are devoted to making a difference and improving the lives of others. We proudly serve schools and behavioral health facilities throughout the nation. Our dedication and passion for helping others make us more than a referral service. Establish a relationship with one of the nation’s largest referral agencies for behavioral‑health, choose positions that best fit your schedule, and allow yourself to grow professionally.

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