Part-time Paraeducator: Multiple Disabilities Support

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

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a part-time Paraeducator to provide instruction support to special education classes. This position is for 5.50 hours per day, Monday to Friday, for 185 days a year. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and either a PA Paraeducator Credential or higher education qualifications. Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques is essential. The role includes lifting and assisting students as necessary. A minimum hourly salary of $18.90 is offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must hold or be willing to complete PA Paraeducator Credential.
• Completed 48 post-secondary credits or higher degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to the teacher and students.
• Assist in lifting students and assistive devices as needed.
• Apply crisis prevention techniques as required.

Skills

Instructional support

Crisis intervention techniques

Staff development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PA Paraeducator Credential

20 hours of staff development

Job description

Part-time Paraeducator: Multiple Disabilities Support JobID: 6962

• Date Posted: 7/15/2025


• Location: CEDAR CREST HIGH SCHOOL


• Date Available: 08/04/2025

Status: Part-time

Schedule: 5.50 Hours/Day (7:30 am-1:00 pm), Monday-Friday 185 Days/Year

Minimum Hourly 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 Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and


• Hold a PA Paraeducator Credential of Competency Certificate (or be willing to complete the FREE online program within 6 months of hire date), or


• Completed a minimum of 48 post‑secondary credits in any content area, or


• Completed associate degree or higher in any content area, and


• 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.

Certification Required

Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), Safe Crisis Management Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention (SCM) or Quality Behavioral Solutions: Safety‑Care Crisis Prevention (QBS), as directed by program needs.

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.