Job Posting: Special Education Paraprofessional
Pinconning Area Schools
Position Title: Special Education Paraprofessional
Location: Middle/High School
Start Date: 2025–2026 School Year
Classification: Term Position (Not a new position)
Reports To: Classroom Instructor, Director of Special Education, and/or Building Principal
Work Schedule:
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Hours: 7.00 hours per day (7:30 AM – 3:00 PM)
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Lunch: ½-hour unpaid lunch
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Days: Monday through Friday, on student instruction days or as determined by administration
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Compensation:
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Benefits: Eligible for Category 1 benefits without a waitlist
Responsibilities:
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Assist the assigned teacher with student supervision, activity documentation, and program implementation
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Work one-on-one or in small groups with students
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Support developmental learning activities and provide basic needs care, including bathrooming and diapering
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Implement behavior plans and assist with behavioral needs and medication administration
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Operate general office equipment (computers, copiers, laminators, fax machines, etc.)
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Participate in in-service training, evaluation processes, and additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
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Must meet requirements under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), such as passing the ETS Parapro Assessment or WORKKEYS
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Understanding of child development and maturity in working with children
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Strong oral communication skills and positive rapport with students, staff, and parents
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Ability to take direction, demonstrate dependability, and show responsibility
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Other qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Pinconning Area Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic in its programs or employment practices.
