Paraprofessional

Support Role in Education

• Assist teachers and students to enhance the overall quality of education in the classroom.
• Help implement Individualized Education Plans for students and monitor progress.
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to ensure full participation in activities.
• Collaborate with professionals such as speech therapists, social workers, and occupational and physical therapists.
• Support students with emotional or behavioral concerns and help them develop appropriate social skills.
• Document service logs for student rosters in the Pennsylvania School-Based ACCESS program.
• Perform other duties and tasks assigned by teachers and supervisors.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Minimum two years of experience in a related field
• Act 34/151/114/126/168 Clearances/Certifications required

Knowledge and Abilities

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of educational protocols and procedures
• Ability to communicate electronically

Language Skills

• Ability to use language in both oral and written form
• Effective communication with administration, staff, students, and community

Technology Skills

• Competency with email and general electronic communication

Reasoning Abilities

• Problem-solving and multi-tasking skills
• Time management and resource utilization

Other Skills and Abilities

• Enthusiasm for the learning environment
• Composure under stressful conditions
• Imagination, patience, creativity, sound judgment, and logical reasoning
• Concentration despite interruptions
• Maintaining effective working relationships

Physical Demands

This position is considered LIGHT Physical Demand Characteristic of Work according to the Dictionary of Occupation Titles.

Work Environment

The work environment may vary from an office or classroom setting to potentially loud situations like cafeterias or playground settings.