1.0 Paraprofessional (Fort Couch) Position Available In Allegheny, Pennsylvania

1.0 Paraprofessional (Fort Couch)
Upper St. Clair School District
Ft Couch Middle School – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania This job is also posted in Upper St. Clair School District
Job Details

Job ID:

5233124

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Jun 20, 2025

Starting Date:

Immediately
Job Description

Position:

1.0 Paraprofessional (Full-time 10-month position)

Location:

Fort Couch

Start Date:

2025- 2026 School Year

SUMMARY:

Supervise and assist children in all school related instructional and non-instructional activities. Provide clerical assistance in support of classroom and program functions and activities. Aides are not responsible for the design, direction or evaluation of the teaching-learning process. The role of the aide and the mix of duties will vary according to the assignment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise and assist children in all school-related areas and/or activities, including classrooms, resource rooms, cafeterias, study halls, playgrounds, assemblies, field trips and on and off buses.
Perform reinforcement instructional services including activities in the visual, auditory, motor and cognitive areas.
Perform delegated instructional services, such as assisting students as a learner’s helper in independent study projects or make-up work.
Assist in the conduct of co-curricular and extracurricular activities.
Secure, operate and/or assist students in the use of teaching devices to include, but not limited to, individual technology, district provided technology, and/or communication devices.
Provide custodial care services to include but not limited to:
Ambulatory support Lifting
Feeding
Toileting
Utilize safe physical management techniques to manage student behavior.
Perform routine clerical duties including typing, duplicating, collating, distributing and filing materials.
Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Completion of at least two years of postsecondary study (60 credits) or an associate’s degree. One year of experience in a setting involving direct contact with children is required. Strong verbal communication skills.
Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community.
Effective problem-solving skills.
Ability to read, analyze and carry out written information and instructions. Ability to write simple reports and correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from staff, students, or parents in one-on-one and small group situations.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as fraction, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
Proficient use of educational technology.

NOTE:

Current, regular District employees are internal candidates and will be given preferred consideration in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement. Substitutes are not considered internal.

Position Type:

Full-Time
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