Part-time Paraeducator: Autistic Support

Lancaster-Lebanon IU13; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 21,480 - 30,593; Part time

Job summary

Lancaster-Lebanon IU13 is looking for a part-time paraeducator in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This role involves providing instructional support to teachers and special education students under the supervision of the program supervisor. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and meet additional educational requirements. Skills in verbal communication and basic computer use are essential. The position offers a minimum salary of $18.90 per hour, with a schedule of 5.5 hours per day from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Effective communication and ability to follow instructions.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and internet usage.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to the teacher and students.
• Assist in lifting students and handling assistive appliances.
• Participate in staff development activities as required.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or High School Equivalency

Completed Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators

At least 2 years of postsecondary study

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Position Details

Part-time

Schedule: 5.5 Hours/Day (9:30 am-3:00 pm) Monday-Friday, 185 Days/Year

Minimum Salary: $18.90

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.

Education and Credentials

Education Required: High School Diploma or High School Equivalency

Effective July 1, 2010 Also must meet one of the following four qualifications:

• Have completed the Credential of Competency for Special Education Paraeducators through the PA Department of Education (or be willing to complete within 6 months of employment). A copy of the credential must be submitted within 30 days of hire or when received from PDE.
• Have completed at least 2 years of postsecondary study with a minimum of 48 credit hours. Copy of transcript required within 30 days of employment.
• Possess an associate degree or higher. Copy of degree or transcripts required within 30 days of employment.
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through an approved form of assessment within 6 months of employment.

Professional Development

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.

Skills Required

Verbal communication skills and the ability to follow directions.

Basic computer skills related to data entry, internet/email usage, word processing, and spreadsheets.

Physical Demands

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.

Must be able to contextually run/sprint after/to an eloping child and be able to help a learner off the floor should they drop to the floor under their own power.

See Position Guide for a complete list of Physical Demands.