Job Code:
9685326-18901 Job Description Make a meaningful impact supporting students with significant needs as a contract paraprofessional in a highly structured educational setting. Positions are available within classrooms serving children with severe autism, where your experience and dedication to safety and well-being are essential.
What Youll Need:
A minimum of 1 year of hands-on paraprofessional experience in special education settings (PreK-12), specifically with students who have severe autism and behavioral challengesmust be clearly shown on your resume. Comfort and resilience in environments with high-intensity needs, including aggressive or self-injurious behaviors and intensive safety precautions. Readiness to provide direct, hands-on assistance, such as toileting, diapering, feeding, physical transfers, and supporting behavioral interventions throughout the school day.
Availability for full-time hours:
MondayFriday, 7:30 AM3:00 PM (orientation week: 8:30 AM4:30 PM). Willingness and ability to attend a mandatory orientation week prior to assignment. Residence within 35 minutes of the assigned location. Completion of all state-required clearances before orientation (details provided). Fulfillment of at least one of Pennsylvanias paraprofessional requirements (two years post-secondary education, associate degree, or successful completion of a competency assessment). If not already met, youll be required to obtain certification within 60 days of starting.
Role Highlights:
Work in high school or elementary settings (K-8) within high-intensity, severe needs classrooms. Collaborate with school professionals to implement safety and behavior intervention plans. Maintain a consistent presence to build rapport, trust, and stability for students. Enjoy structured work weeks in a meaningful, highly supportive environment while contributing to student growth and classroom safety. Take the opportunity to use your compassion and expertise where its most neededapply today to begin the process and secure your orientation slot! Apply Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
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