Paraeducator, Elementary

Hamburg Area School District is seeking multiple Paraeducators for Tilden and Perry Elementary.

Schedule

• 7 hours per day, including a 30-minute duty-free, paid lunch
• Elementary school hours: approximately 8:30 am to 3:30 pm

Pay

• Level 1: $16.34/hour (minimum qualifications; willing to obtain certificate of competency)
• Level 2: $23.00/hour (possesses a valid PA or other state teaching certificate)

Benefits

• Single-level medical and dental healthcare
• 12 days of paid leave per year
• 6 paid holidays per year

About Hamburg Area School District

We place our Compelling Purpose at the forefront of all we do: to ensure that all children, without exception, find that place where their talents and passions come together. This gives every student the best chance to make meaningful contributions to the world and live a life of significance and meaning.

Our faculty prepare students to thrive in an evolving and unpredictable job market by helping them discover:

• The things they are great at doing
• The things they love to do
• How to connect with others on a human level

We educate the whole child through a comprehensive liberal arts education, encouraging learners to explore areas of interest. Faculty foster a holistic learning environment with unique classroom practices, such as active learning spaces and customized seating configurations. Teachers are encouraged to design learning experiences beyond traditional classrooms, including field trips and virtual reality explorations.

Administrators emphasize autonomy to support individualized learning and staff development. Hamburg Area School District offers a future-focused environment where staff are encouraged to share ideas and develop their talents.

About Hamburg, Pennsylvania

Nestled in the rolling hills of Berks County, Hamburg is a rural community with a small-town feel and urban conveniences. The area offers access to outdoor attractions like the Appalachian Trail, Schuylkill River Trail, and Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. Its location near Interstate 78 provides easy access to cities such as Philadelphia, King of Prussia, Reading, Allentown, and Harrisburg.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in various settings by performing duties related to the learning process, such as assembling and preparing instructional materials and monitoring students
• Perform instructional activities planned by the teacher
• Provide feedback to the teacher on student progress
• Assist with clerical duties as assigned
• Support translation and/or communication using second language skills when possible

Works under the direction/supervision of the teacher or Principal, and general supervision of the Director of Special Education and Student Services.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and Paraeducator Certificate of Completion, or
• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university, or
• Such alternative qualifications as deemed appropriate