Part-time Paraeducator: Emotional Support

Lancaster-Lebanon IU13; Elizabethtown (Lancaster County); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated part-time paraeducator to provide essential instructional support in special education settings. This role involves working closely with teachers and students, ensuring a nurturing and effective learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, including a high school diploma and a willingness to pursue further training. You will be part of a collaborative team, committed to making a positive impact on students' lives. If you are passionate about education and eager to support students with emotional needs, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to their growth and success.

Qualifications

• Provide instructional support to the teacher and students in special education.
• Willingness to complete staff development each school year.

Responsibilities

• Assist in lifting and supporting students as needed.
• Provide evidence of staff development activities each school year.

Skills

Instructional support

Crisis Prevention Institute Training (CPI)

Safe Crisis Management (SCM)

Quality Behavior Supports (QBS)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PA Paraeducator Credential of Competency Certificate

48 post-secondary credits

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Part-time Paraeducator: Emotional Support JobID: 6658

• Date Posted: 1/31/2025
• Location: ETOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL
• Date Available: ASAP
• Position Type: Classroom Aides/ Paraeducator

Status: Part-time

Schedule: 5.50 Hours/Day (8:30 am-2:00 pm) Monday-Friday 185 Days/Year

Minimum Hourly Salary: $18.13

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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:

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Hold a PA Paraeducator Credential of Competency Certificate (or be willing to complete the FREE online program within 6 months of hire date)
3. Completed a minimum of 48 post-secondary credits in ANY content area
4. Completed associate degree or higher in ANY content area
5. Willing to complete 20 hours of staff development each school year

AND

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.