Special Education Paraprofessional - Autistic Support

Lower Dauphin School District; Derry Township (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Lower Dauphin School District is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional for the Autistic Support position. This role involves supporting a special education teacher and working closely with students to enhance their academic progress.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, interpersonal skills, and experience with children. Responsibilities include assisting with educational activities, providing healthcare support, and adhering to school policies.

Qualifications

• Must have or be able to obtain valid Act 34, Act 114, and Act 151 clearances.
• Previous experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in supporting students' educational progress.
• Provide health care support to children.
• Perform routine clerical and housekeeping duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional - Autistic Support JobID: 432

• Date Posted: 6/11/2026
• Location: Lower Dauphin Middle School

Overview

• To assist a special education teacher or student in maintaining a quality learning environment within the classroom and to work closely with one or more students to provide the physical, emotional, and academic support for students to make the best possible educational progress. The employee who holds this position will be a part of the Classified Employee Group. The Paraeducator position will be evaluated and supervised by the Building Principal, and work under the direction of a case manager.

Essential Functions

• Assist the classroom teacher in developing a good mental attitude for children through positive interactions and emulation of a good social and emotional model for children.
• Perform instructional activities and monitor the results of those activities through data collection.
• Assist the teacher in carrying out behavioral management procedures.
• Provide the teacher with relevant information on academic progress, behavioral change, physical needs, etc.
• Abide by Lower Dauphin School District policy on confidentiality of information and refrain from discussing student progress and problems with other personnel and parents.
• Perform classroom tasks relevant to the child's health care needs which may include, but not limited to: feeding/meal time support and bathroom support.
• Assist children to and from the bathroom, pushing into to other classrooms, cafeteria/meal time support, transportation support, recess support, etc. when necessary.
• Adhere to the daily duty and instructional schedule established by the classroom teacher.
• Perform routine clerical and housekeeping duties in order to permit the classroom teacher to devote his/her time to educational plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Administrator, Special Education Coaches, and/or other administrative leadership team members.

Job Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Previous experience working and interacting with children, preferred.
• Must have or be able to obtain valid Act 34, Act 114, and Act 151 clearances.

Additional Qualifications

• Strives to maintain professional, cooperative, and respectful relationships with all other District employees.
• Serve as a pleasant, helpful, and positive representative of Lower Dauphin School District in all interactions with the community.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be cooperative, congenial, service oriented, and a team player along with the ability to work with frequent interruptions and under sometimes stressful conditions.
• Must have the ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task, communicate clearly and effectively, work independently, exercise good judgment and follow written and verbal directions.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to type and use both hands for grasping and repetitive motions.
• Some bending and twisting of the body required.
• Ability to lift/carry no more than 50 lbs. independently.
• Visual and audio acuity including ability to read computer screens and written documents.
• Ability to use the telephone and speak clearly and distinctly.

Work Environment

• Typical school setting subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Working hours are based upon the school year schedule and student need.