Paraprofessional - Kindergarten

School District of Borough of Morrisville; Morrisville (Bucks County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Borough of Morrisville seeks qualified Paraprofessional candidates. Roles may change by administration, with a maximum of 37.5 hours per week. This position involves supporting instruction for reading, writing, and mathematics, and working with students including those with learning and emotional disabilities.

Clearances and ongoing staff development are required. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of related experience, relevant education credentials, and a

Qualifications

• Experience with school-aged children preferred.
• At least one year of experience in a similar occupation; experience with students with learning, social or emotional disabilities or Autism spectrum highly recommended.
• Assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Must show evidence of at least one of the listed qualifications.

Skills

Experience with school-aged children

Reading/writing support

Mathematics instruction support

Collaboration with SPED team

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree

48 college/university credits

Paraprofessional Praxis score

Credential of Competency (PA Dept. of Education)

Job description

Summary:

The School District of Borough of Morrisville is seeking qualified candidates to fill Paraprofessional positions. The assignment(s) and/or the hours of responsibility may change at the discretion of the Administration. Maximum of 37.5 hours/week.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Experience with school-aged children preferred.
• At least one year’s experience in similar occupation; experience with students with learning, social or emotional disabilities or Autism spectrum highly recommended.
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Must show evidence of at least one of the following:

1. Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree,
2. At least 48 college/university credits,
3. Passing score on the Paraprofessional Praxis, or
4. Successfully pass local assessment (Credential of Competency from the Pennsylvania Department of Education to fulfill this requirement)

Must participate in 20 hours of staff development activities related to their assignment each school year.

Clearances and other requirements:

• PA State Police Clearance (Act 33)
• Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)
• FBI Fingerprints (Act 114) IndentoGo

Background employment clearances and the following additional paperwok must be completed within the last year to be valid: Arrest/Conviction Report (Act 24), PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure (Act 168), and School Health Record which includes physical (within a year) and TB test (within 3 months).

Salary:

Per Agreement between Morrisville Board of School Directors and Morrisville Educational Support Personnel Association.

Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

School District of Borough of Morrisville is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer