Paraprofessional- Reading, PA

Pediatric Developmental Services; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution

IRA with company matching

Fingerprinting reimbursement

Ongoing support by the PDS Client Services team

Fingerprinting reimbursement

Client Services support

Job summary

A leading educational support service provider in Reading, PA is seeking a Paraprofessional to help K-12 students reach their potential in a supportive environment. The role includes executing Individualized Education Plans and collaborating with staff and families. Candidates must have a High School Diploma and experience with children. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and IRA matching.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent education is required.
• Experience working with K-12 children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Execute support in servicing the Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each student.
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress.
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to support students.
• Support the classroom teacher in behavior reinforcement and academics.
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment.

Skills

Experience working with K-12 children

K-12 experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Paraprofessional to join our staff and work in an amazing school! Are you passionate about helping all students reach their potential? Do you love working in a bright, active, positive environment? Are you interested in joining an organization devoted to helping all children succeed? If so, we want to hear from you!

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Fingerprinting reimbursement
• Ongoing support by the PDS Client Services team

Special Education Paraprofessional Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience working with K-12 children

Special Education Paraprofessional Responsibilities:

• Execute support in servicing the Individualized Education Plans (IEP) for each of the students in your care
• Communicate with other staff and family members about each student's progress and struggles
• Use individualized reinforcement techniques to keep each student on the path toward greatness
• Support the classroom teacher in the areas of behavior reinforcement and academics
• Create a safe, productive classroom environment

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that would be right for this SLP position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified teachers and pediatric therapists, including Special Education Teachers; as well as speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to Special Education Teachers, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support by the PDS Client Services team. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.