Paraprofessionals - ESS

Hatboro-Horsham School District; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Hatboro-Horsham School District is seeking ESS paraprofessionals to supplement instruction under the direction of certified staff, assisting students, including those with special needs, to meet district and state standards.

This role involves supporting inclusive classrooms, helping with daily living activities, documenting student progress, and participating in IEP-related meetings and trainings. Candidates must have required clearances and certifications to join our team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• PA State Police Clearance required.
• Child Abuse Clearance required.
• CPR, CPI, and First Aid certified.
• FBI Fingerprinting completed.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students attending inclusive regular education classes, assisting with modifications as directed by teachers.
• Assist students in activities of daily living and personal care skills, including mobility as needed.
• Follow behavior support plans as provided by teachers or staff.
• Escort students to lunch and events in school facilities.
• Promote a safe, orderly classroom and protect students, facilities and materials.
• Oversee students during bus arrivals/departures when needed.
• Document information on student needs, strengths, gains, and problems.
• Contribute to implementation of each student’s IEPs as scheduled.
• Communicate with teachers and staff about ongoing student needs.
• Participate in meetings to develop/update IEPs and Evaluation Reports.
• Attend trainings and update skills as necessary.
• Assist with administrative duties such as recording grades and preparing materials.
• Adhere to ESS and district policies.

Skills

Student support

Classroom assistance

IEP implementation

Behavior support

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PA State Police Clearance

Child Abuse Clearance

CPR/First Aid Certification

FBI Fingerprinting

Job description

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the certified classroom teacher and/or school administration, ESS paraprofessionals supplement student education, helping all students achieve the goals set forth by their school districts, as well as state and national standards. ESS paraprofessionals perform a variety of instructional and administrative duties, and often provide extra help to students with special needs and disabilities.

Responsibilities Include but are not Limited to:

• Provide support to students attending inclusive regular education classes, assisting with modifications as directed by the teachers


• Assist students in activities of daily living and personal care skills, as needed including physically positioning students as or assisting with the mobility of students with physical challenges


• Follow the behavior support plans as provided by the teacher or behavior support staff


• Escort students to lunch in cafeteria, gymnasium, music classroom, and auditorium for scheduled events


• Promote a safe and orderly classroom environment; take all reasonable precautions to protect students, facilities, and materials


• Oversee students while embarking and disembarking from school bus, as needed


• Document information regarding the students, including needs, strengths, gains, and problems


• Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned by school administration and ESS


• Participate in the implementation of each student's educational program as outlined in their IEPs and according to the schedule and routine of the classroom program


• Act as a liaison in communicating with teachers and other intermediate unit or district staff about the ongoing needs of individual students


• Provide advice and possible solutions to teacher and other support staff concerning classroom-related issues


• Participate in meetings to develop and update IEPs and Evaluation Reports, as requested


• Attend training sessions, in-service workshops, and update skills as necessary


• Assist with administrative duties as directed such as recording grades, setting up equipment, preparing materials for instruction, etc.


• Understand and adhere to all ESS and intermediate unit policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED


• Pennsylvania State Police Clearance


• Child Abuse Clearance


• Must Be CPR, CPI, and First Aid Certified


• FBI Fingerprinting


• School Health Form: Physical and Tuberculosis Test


• Pennsylvania Department of Education Form 6004: Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification