Paraprofessional

PRO Companies • Williamsport, PA

14d • Onsite

About The Position

PRO Pediatric Services is seeking exceptional Paraprofessionals to provide services within a local intermediate unit. Paraprofessionals will work with students 1:1 or support all students in a classroom. Paraprofessionals will provide services during the school calendar year and will follow the school calendar for days off, holidays, etc. Summers are off; ESY may be available but is not guaranteed. At PRO, we’re not just offering you a job—we’re offering you a fulfilling and flexible career. When you partner with us, you’re stepping into a positive and dynamic environment where your growth and well-being are our priority.

Requirements

• High school diploma is required.
• Must be comfortable using a computer
• Must be able to complete clinical documentation to school district standards
• Current clearances (within 6 months)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children with behavioral challenges and assisting with daily living skills is highly preferred.
• Previous experience working as a Paraprofessional is highly preferred.
• An Associate’s degree or higher is highly preferred
• A minimum of one year of recent experience working as a Paraprofessional with children in a school setting is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist with self-sufficiency training and maintenance of skills for children with physical disabilities
• Assume duties of a personal care nature which will allow the children to participate to the maximum extent in the least restrictive environment
• Encourage, support, and educate the students by assisting in the performance of activities of daily living necessary for his/her comfort, well-being, and integrity
• Assist students in managing and maintaining his/her environment to meet his/her special physical and psychological needs
• Monitor the incidence and prevalence of selected health problems
• Monitor psycho-social adjustment to medical conditions
• Assist teacher or students to arrange the environment of the classroom to best meet the students' needs
• Attend training sessions, in-services, workshops, and/or meetings, as requested
• Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned by school administration
• Understand and adhere to all IU / school district policies and procedures

Benefits

• health
• vision
• dental
• 401k with 3% matching
• Paid Time Off
• paid holidays
• Cell phone reimbursement
• mileage reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED