26-27 #45 - Title I Paraprofessional

About the role

Full-time Classroom Paraprofessional position working when school is in session. Hours: 8:30 AM–3:30 PM (6.5 hours/day). 10-month position for the 2026–2027 school year. Class III, Instructional Aide, rate of pay: $15.30 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or small group tutoring for students.
• Perform and monitor instructional activities as directed by the Title I teacher and/or principal.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff in the overall educational development of students.
• Assist with the administration of local, state, and/or national assessment measures and progress monitoring tools.
• Assist in collecting and compiling student assessment scores and records.
• Provide updates to teachers and/or administrators regarding student academic progress, behavioral changes or concerns, and physical needs.
• May assist or conduct parent involvement activities.
• Complete required district training programs and continuing education hours as required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).
• May assist with enrichment or summer extended learning opportunities.
• Adhere to daily duties and instructional schedules as established by the teacher and/or principal.
• Recognize teacher and/or principal as having authority in managing all student programs.
• Assist with the preparation of classroom materials, bulletin boards, and other displays.
• Encourage and model a positive, mutually supportive classroom and building environment.
• Strictly comply with Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) confidentiality obligations.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism.
• Perform clerical, housekeeping, and other duties as assigned by the teacher and/or principal.

Requirements

• Secondary high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Two full years of study at an institution of higher learning, an Associate’s degree (or higher), or demonstrated competency in basic academic skills as determined by the CAPE test.
• Basic computer competency skills.
• The following clearances must be provided upon hire and updated every five years in accordance with Act 153: PA State Police–Act 34, Child Abuse–Act 151, and FBI Fingerprint–Act 114.
• Child Abuse training (or proof of completion) in accordance with Act 126 upon hire and repeated every five years thereafter.
• Negative TB test upon hire.

Skills

• Ability and desire to work with children of all abilities.
• Confidentiality and patience are essential.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Activities: Sitting 40%, walking/standing 60%, occasional lifting required up to 50 lbs.
• Vision: Normal
• Mental Demands: Ability to interpret, analyze, problem solve; detailed written and verbal communications
• Environment: Moderate noise level; hot, cold, dry, wet conditions; blood-borne pathogens; indoor and outdoor conditions