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Special Education Aide

The Learning Lamp
The Learning Lamp Salary
Johnstown, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/28/2025

About The Learning Lamp

You have a purpose and so should your job. Our children are the future of our community, and their care and education will directly impact their growth, development, and success. We believe success in the classroom is the foundation for success in life – and that no child should go without the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Backed by the experience and educational leadership of The Learning Lamp team, Ignite Educational Solutions now combines all The Learning Lamp's school-focused services under one easy-to-access roof. Our team of dedicated professionals takes the administrative burden off school districts so that district officials and teachers can focus on what they do best – helping children reach their fullest potential. We are an integral part of the community, providing much needed support for families, schools, and children.

Ignite Education Solutions is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional to work at Ferndale Area Elementary.

What are the hours like?

  • Monday - Friday 8 AM - 3 : 30 PM

What do we offer?

  • A collaborative, supportive environment for your professional growth.
  • Training and Development opportunities, including access to a professional development platform where you choose your growth opportunities.
  • Career Advancement opportunities!
  • When school is off, you're off!
  • Pay Range Starts at $14.00 per hour
  • Part-Time Benefits include
  • Paid Time Off

  • Longevity Bonuses
  • Health Membership Option
  • Retirement Savings (403(b) Option)
  • Discount Programs
  • Tuition Discounts
  • What are the duties and responsibilities?

    Classroom Assistance

  • Help with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment
  • Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom
  • Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting or positioning (if applicable)
  • Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs and personal hygiene
  • Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative and emotional needs
  • Work with individual student(s) or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher
  • Supervision

  • Help manage behavior of student(s) as needed
  • Help supervise student(s) throughout the school day, inside and outside of the classroom, including lunchroom, bus and playground duty
  • Record Keeping

  • Help classroom teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Keep teacher informed of special needs and / or problems of student(s)
  • What are the required qualifications?

  • Special Education Paraprofessionals must possess one of the following :
  • An associate degree or higher; or

    Completed at least two years of postsecondary study; or

    The successful completion of a state or locally developed assessment.

    Note : Special Education paraprofessionals must also complete at least 20 hours of staff development activities related to their assignment each school year.

  • Willingness to go through (and pass!) the required clearances and training to ensure the safety and security of our children, including : four clearances, mandated reporter training, a physical and TB test, and First Aide-CPR Certification. This can typically be accomplished within a week to get you started.
  • Capacity for sitting as this happens throughout the eight-hour day.
  • Qualifications are in reference to CSPG 101 - Paraprofessional Staff.

    Our opportunities are a great way to get a start in your career that offers a lot of room to grow within our organization. We need supportive and committed people to positively impact the next generation. Apply Today!

    Note : The specific responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on the policies of regulations governing child care and education.

    The pay range for this role is :

    14 - 14 USD per hour(Ferndale Area School District)

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