Part-time Paraeducator: Autistic Support

Lancaster-Lebanon Intermediate Unit 13; Adamstown (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 21,480 - 30,593; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution is seeking a Part-time Paraeducator for its Autistic Support program in Adamstown. Responsibilities include providing instructional support, assisting students, and ensuring compliance with training requirements. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, a willingness to earn a PA Paraeducator credential, and demonstrate physical capability to assist students. This position offers a scheduled workday from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm on weekdays, with a minimum hourly salary of $18.90.

Qualifications

• Must hold a High School Diploma or GED.
• Willing to complete PA Paraeducator training within 6 months.
• Completed minimum 48 post-secondary credits.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to teacher and students.
• Assist in lifting students and appliances as needed.
• Complete required staff development hours annually.

Skills

Instructional support

Crisis Prevention Training

Physical assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PA Paraeducator Credential

48 post-secondary credits

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Part-time Paraeducator: Autistic Support JobID: 6789

• Date Posted: 5/5/2025
• Location: COCALICO ADAMSTOWN ELEM
• Date Available: 08/04/2025
• Position Type: Classroom Aides/ Paraeducator
• Status: Part-time
• Schedule: 5.50 Hours/Day (9:00 am-2:30 pm) Monday-Friday 185 Days/Year
• Minimum Hourly Salary: $18.90
• To view a description of IU13 classrooms & other student services, click here: http://www.iu13.org/employment/explore-our-classrooms/

Purpose of Position

The paraeducators assigned to special education classes or programs provide instructional support to the teacher (instructional leader) and students and are under the general supervision of the program supervisor of special education.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Hold a PA Paraeducator Credential of Competency Certificate (or be willing to complete the FREE online program within 6 months of hire date)
• Completed a minimum of 48 post secondary credits in any content area
• Completed associate degree or higher in any content area
• Willing to complete 20 hours of staff development each school year
• As required by the PA Department of Education: Each school year, provide evidence of 20 hours of staff development activities related to position. Pro-ration will apply based on date of hire within the school year.

Essential Physical Requirement

The strength and ability to lift and/or assist in lifting students ranging in age from pre-school to twenty-one and any assistive appliances, for example: wheelchair. The ability to physically restrain students in emotional stress by using the Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI), Safe Crisis Management (SCM) or Quality Behavior Supports (QBS) method, depending on program need, for which training will be provided.

Attachment(s)

• Paraeducator