Position Title: Special Education Paraprofessional – One-to-One
Location: Central Elementary
Start Date: Immediately
Classification: Term Position (Not a new position)
Reports To: Classroom Instructor, Special Education Director, and/or Building Principal
Posting Type: Internal posting for USWA members (with potential external posting if needed)
Work Schedule:
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Hours: 6.75 hours per day (7:45 AM – 3:00 PM)
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Lunch: ½-hour unpaid lunch
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Days: Monday – Friday, on student instruction days or as directed by administration
Compensation & Benefits:
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Union Transfer: Wages per Master Contract
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New Hire Rate: $16.65 per hour
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Benefits: Eligible for Category 1 benefits without a waitlist
Responsibilities:
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Assist assigned teacher with supervision, record-keeping, and program implementation
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Work directly with a specific student and/or small groups
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Provide developmental learning support and basic needs assistance (bathrooming, diapering, etc.)
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Monitor student behavior, implement behavior plans, and assist with behavioral or medical needs as assigned
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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 other assigned duties
Qualifications:
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Must meet ESSA requirements (ETS Parapro Assessment or WORKKEYS)
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Understanding of child development and classroom management
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills
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Ability to form positive relationships with students, staff, and families
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Dependable, responsible, and able to follow direction
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Other qualifications as determined appropriate by the Board
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pinconning Area Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs or activities.
