Paraprofessional - Middle Paxton Elementary School

CCRES, Educational and Behavioral Health Services; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid credentials

TB screening

Medical benefits

403(b) retirement plan 3% match

Tuition discounts

Milestone service award

Gift card raffle

Paid trainings

Job summary

CCRES Educational and Behavioral Health Services, in partnership with Capital Area Intermediate Unit (CAIU), is seeking a Paraprofessional to support students in Special Education. The role includes paid credentials and a pay rate of $24.00/hour, with benefits available after meeting eligibility.

The paraprofessional will work on student days according to the academic calendar, assisting with instructional, behavioral, and life skills supports to help students succeed academically and personally.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional, behavioral, and/or physical assistance to an individual student or a small group of students - including, but not limited to: on-task prompting, facilitating social skills, and self-care skills
• Work with students on organizational skills, guide students in activities, monitor student progress
• Directly support students at the direction of classroom teacher and building Principal

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree or higher

Job description

Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as a Paraprofessional through our partnership with Capital Area Intermediate Unit (CAIU)!

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

SUMMARY:

• The hourly Special Education Paraprofessional pay rate to work on assignment with Capital Area Intermediate Unit is $24.00/hour
• 5 days of Paid Time Off (prorated based on hire date)
• The Special Education Paraprofessional will work on student days following the academic calendar year
• Special Education Paraprofessionals may support students in one of the following areas: Autistic, Emotional, and Life Skills Supports

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide instructional, behavioral, and/or physical assistance to an individual student or a small group of students - including, but not limited to: on-task prompting, facilitating social skills, and self-care skills
• Work with students on organizational skills, guide students in activities, monitor student progress
• Directly support students at the direction of classroom teacher and building Principal

CURRENT OPENINGS:

• Middle Paxton Elementary School (Central Dauphin School District)
  • Monday - Friday, 8:15am - 3:45pm, 7 paid hours/day

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
• 2 years post secondary, Associate's Degree or higher - preferred
• Prior public-school experience and/or working with school-aged children in a licensed, certified, or registered provider setting - preferred

CREDENTIALING :

(Clearances current within 12 months)

• PA Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance
• PA Criminal (Act 34) Clearance
• PA Department of Education FBI - Use code 1KG6XN
• TB Screening - current within 3 months
• Education Documentation - Diploma OR Official Transcripts

* Paid clearances & TB screening!

• Benefits
  • 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.