Position Title: Paraprofessional
Location: Linwood Elementary
Start Date: 2026–2027 School Year
Classification: Term Position (Not a new position)
Reports To: Director of Instructional Services, Building Principal, and/or Superintendent of Schools
Posting Type: Internal posting for USWA members with concurrent external posting, if needed.
Work Schedule:
- Hours: 3 hours per day (8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.)
- Days: Monday – Friday
- Hours are determined by the Building Principal and/or Superintendent of Schools
- Work is performed on days of student instruction only or as directed by administration
Compensation & Benefits:
- Union Transfer: Wages per Master Contract
- New Hire Rate: $17.20 per hour
- Benefits: Eligible for Category 3 benefits
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assist in maintaining student and program records under the direction of the Director of Instructional Services
- Work with students individually and in small groups to reinforce classroom instruction aligned with state standards and benchmarks
- Support classroom teachers with instructional activities and classroom organization
- Perform clerical duties as assigned
- Assist with parent meetings as needed
- Participate in professional development opportunities within and outside the district
- Foster a positive, supportive learning environment for students
- Perform additional duties as assigned by administration
Qualifications:
- Must meet Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) requirements through one of the following:
- Associate degree, or
- Approved formal state academic assessment
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, copiers, laminators, and fax machines
- Demonstrated understanding of child development and maturity when working with children
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to establish positive relationships with students, teachers, administrators, and parents
- Dependable, responsible, organized, and able to follow direction
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pinconning Area Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and 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 activities, including employment opportunities.
