Special Education Paraprofessionals - Level II

DASD

Downingtown (Chester County)

Hybrid

USD 23,000 - 30,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance and Advocacy Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Participation in SwiftMD telemedicine service

Job summary

The Downingtown Area School District is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional Level II to support teachers and foster student independence. This role includes working with a diverse group of students across multiple district locations and requires a high school diploma or GED, along with fulfilling professional development and CPR training.

We're looking for a compassionate person who thrives in inclusive settings. Join us in our mission to educate all students in a supportive environment. The position offers a pay rate of $23.07 per hour, up to 35 hours a week.

Qualifications

Must possess valid state vehicle operator's license for transportation.
Must complete 20 hours of professional development annually.
Must comply with federal and state background check requirements.

Responsibilities

Support student achievement and facilitate independence.
Provide individual/small group support aligned with IEPs.
Maintain confidentiality of student records.

Skills

Experience working with children

Strong organizational skills

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Proficiency in the use of technology

CPR and First Aid certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or higher

Two years of post-secondary study (48 college credits)

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Downingtown Area School District

Special Education Paraprofessionals - Level II JobID: 5577

Date Posted: 6/16/2026
Location: Downingtown, PA
Date Available: 08/25/2026

Position: Special Education Paraprofessionals - Level 2

Locations: District - multiple buildings (see below for more detail)

Pay Rate: $23.07 per hour

Schedule: Dependent upon location/position; up to 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday; 180 school days per year following Board-approved calendar

Benefit Eligible: Available for purchase; see attached document for cost

Effective Date: August 25, 2026

Opportunities may exist at the following locations within the district:

Are you passionate about helping ALL students learn in a collaborative environment? If so, we may have the career for you! At DASD, we are committed to sharing values of diversity and inclusion in order to achieve and sustain excellence in education. As a diverse district, we continually seek ways to strengthen our educational environment. We believe that we can best promote excellence by recruiting and retaining a diverse group of staff who bring various backgrounds and perspectives. Our ability to create and maintain a climate of respect is critical to attaining the best teaching and learning environment. If you want to be part of our "Downingtown Proud" team - please apply! Help us with our mission to educate all students to meet the rigorous challenges of a global society.

Communicate openly to build relationships and trust
Partner with team members to see the TEAM succeed
Demonstrate a growth mindset and seek ongoing opportunities for growth
Embrace and support a safe and inclusive environment
Eagerly and enthusiastically support student learning
Strive to be kind and reflective
Focus on the solution and put people first
Lead by example!

Job Summary

To work with teachers and other educational professionals in supporting student achievement and facilitating independence.

Qualifications

To successfully perform this position, a person must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. The qualification requirements listed below represent minimum levels of educational achievement, training, skills and/or ability necessary.

High school diploma or GED
Highly Qualified status by one of the following means is required:
- Possess an associate's degree or higher
- Have completed two years of post-secondary study (48 college credits)
- Attain the PA Credential of Competency Certification within the first year of employment
Experience working with children
Strong organizational skills required
Proficiency in the use of technology
Effective interpersonal and communication skills
Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certification
Must complete 20 hours of professional development that align with the PA Competency Standards annually
For secondary aides, if student requires transportation, must have and maintain valid state vehicle operator's license and good driving record. Must meet DASD procedures for transporting students (including motor vehicle record check; please see attached documents for more information)
Must successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal recordcheck requirements:
- Click here for more information about required clearances
Candidate must adhere to all local, state, federal, and school code requirements for employment.

Duties & Responsibilities

(Abbreviated - Please review the attached job descriptions for more details on these specific opportunities)

Paraprofessional Level 1

Attains and maintains current CPR/First Aid certification.
Completes staff development on an annual basis as required by the district or state mandates
Provides individual and/or small group support to implement specific academic, behavioral, and/or physical accommodations as outlined by the Individualized Education Program
Provides assistance in the development and preparation of instructional materials and adaptive strategies while utilizing technology
Maintains confidentiality of student records and information
Supports inclusion, socialization, and independence within the school setting/and or in the community
May provide transportation for small groups of students in district vehicles to community sites as directed
Collects and maintains data as required by the student plan for medical assistance logs, daily communication logs, and anecdotal records
Utilization of technology for data collection, reporting, emailing and assisting students in computer software applications as needed
Print, file, scan and record student progress reports, charts, certificates, or materials for interventions
Consults with teachers to implement goals and monitor progress
Assists students with make‑up sessions as needed

Paraprofessional Level 2 (including all duties and responsibilities of Level 1, and the following)

At the secondary level, support students independently in community settings for community-based instruction and vocational programming.
May provide direct student assistance with monitoring of medical condition, physical needs, personal care, feeding, and/or toileting.
May require Safety-Care Crisis Prevention Training and the ability to perform physical restraints.
Physical intervention with students in crisis may be required.
Exposure to body fluids.
Provides intensive program level support (academic, behavioral, and physical) to students in specialized classes, including Autistic Support, Emotional Support, Life Skills, MDS, and Transition programs.

Summary of Benefits