Part-Time Learning Support Aide — Help Students Succeed

Allentown School District; Hanover Acres (PA); On-site; USD 52,974,230 - 71,671,017; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Personal and Sick time

PSERS Retirement Fund

Job summary

Allentown School District at Mosser Elementary School is seeking a part-time Paraprofessional (Learning Support) to assist teachers and support student learning. The role focuses on classroom instruction, behavior support, and data collection.

The starting wage is $21.75/hr. Applicants must meet federal and state educational standards, obtain required clearances, and maintain confidentiality under FERPA. The position emphasizes collaboration with teachers to support student progress.

Qualifications

• Must meet educational requirements for "highly qualified paraprofessional" as defined by federal laws.
• Must meet basic reading, writing, and math competencies.
• Valid Act 34, 114, and Act 151 clearances.
• Tuberculosis test and physical examination with ADA accommodations as needed.
• Annual 20 hours of approved staff development activities.
• U.S. citizen or valid work visa holder.

Responsibilities

• Assist the principal and staff to maintain a safe, orderly school environment.
• Support special and regular education teachers with instructional strategies per IEPs.
• Provide instructional support under teacher direction (tests, tutoring, reinforcing).
• Collect observational/academic data for progress monitoring.
• Maintain students' files/records for documentation.
• Follow and implement positive behavior support plans.
• Assist with students' personal needs and daily living activities.
• Support safe transitions of students within the school and to external locations.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Math

Education

2 years postsecondary

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Allentown School District at Mosser Elementary School is seeking a part-time Paraprofessional (Learning Support) to assist teachers and support student learning. The role focuses on classroom instruction, behavior support, and data collection.

The starting wage is $21.75/hr. Applicants must meet federal and state educational standards, obtain required clearances, and maintain confidentiality under FERPA. The position emphasizes collaboration with teachers to support student progress.