Special Education Student Support Aide

Bethel Park School District; Bethel Park (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Part time

Job summary

Bethel Park School District is seeking a paraprofessional to assist certified staff in classrooms, helping students meet goals and objectives. The role requires close supervision by licensed staff and a focus on student needs throughout the school day.

Responsibilities include fostering supportive relationships with diverse learners, maintaining confidentiality, and communicating effectively with staff. Monday through Friday during school hours with a 29.75-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher required or equivalent.
• At least two years of postsecondary study or competency assessment as per PA School Code.
• Prior experience with special needs students desirable.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision of a certified staff member, assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet goals and objectives.
• Support students with various needs to help achieve learning objectives.
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.

Skills

Instruction following

Arithmetic operations

Computer literacy

Diversity awareness

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Building relationships

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Two years postsecondary study or competency assessment

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Bethel Park School District is seeking a paraprofessional to assist certified staff in classrooms, helping students meet goals and objectives. The role requires close supervision by licensed staff and a focus on student needs throughout the school day.

Responsibilities include fostering supportive relationships with diverse learners, maintaining confidentiality, and communicating effectively with staff. Monday through Friday during school hours with a 29.75-hour workweek.