Special Education Paraeducator: Student-Focused Support

Lower Dauphin School District; Hummelstown (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lower Dauphin School District is seeking a paraeducator to assist a special education teacher and support students in the classroom. The role focuses on promoting a positive learning environment and providing physical, emotional, and academic assistance to students to aid their educational progress.

The paraeducator will work under the Building Principal and a case manager, performing instructional support, data collection, and daily tasks to ensure smooth operation of classroom activities and

Qualifications

• Basic qualifications include a high school diploma and experience with children.
• Must possess professional, cooperative, and respectful relationships with staff.
• Ability to communicate clearly and follow written and verbal directions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher with positive interactions and social-emotional modeling.
• Perform instructional activities and monitor progress through data collection.
• Assist with behavioral management procedures and provide progress information to teachers.
• Support health care needs, meals, bathroom, and daily transitions for students.
• Maintain confidentiality and perform routine clerical duties as needed.
• Work under supervision of the Building Principal and case manager.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Lower Dauphin School District is seeking a paraeducator to assist a special education teacher and support students in the classroom. The role focuses on promoting a positive learning environment and providing physical, emotional, and academic assistance to students to aid their educational progress.

The paraeducator will work under the Building Principal and a case manager, performing instructional support, data collection, and daily tasks to ensure smooth operation of classroom activities and