Paraprofessional

The Hope Learning Center LLC • Mars, PA

47d • $18 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Hope is a premier provider of educational and therapeutic services for children with special needs throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania. We are a model of excellence, a safe haven for students, and a steady advocate for families who need our support. Guided by compassion, integrity, innovation, perseverance, and teamwork, our multidisciplinary team takes a best-practices approach to helping every student succeed. We will always be a source of hope. At Hope, we believe exceptional paraprofessionals deserve a workplace where they feel supported, valued, and empowered to make a meaningful difference. As a School-Based Paraprofessional at Hope, you'll play an essential role in helping students with special needs learn, grow, and thrive. Working under the direction of certified teachers and alongside a multidisciplinary team, you'll provide individualized support that promotes academic achievement, positive behavior, communication, social development, and independence. Every day brings new opportunities to celebrate student successes and make a meaningful difference.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree or 48 completed college credits required
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude
• A passion for helping students reach their full potential
• Act 33 – PA Child Abuse History Clearance
• Act 34 – PA State Criminal History Clearance
• Act 114 – FBI Clearance (Department of Education)
• Act 126 – Mandated Reporter Training
• Act 168 – Previous Employer Disclosure
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• TB Test & Physical

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children or individuals with special needs preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small-group instructional support to reinforce classroom lessons, assist with assignments, and encourage student participation.
• Implement teacher-directed instructional strategies, behavior support plans, and individualized interventions that help students achieve their educational goals.
• Help create a safe, structured, and engaging classroom where students feel supported, respected, and encouraged to succeed.
• Partner with teachers, therapists, BCBAs, and other professionals to provide consistent support and meet each student's unique needs.
• Support students with transitions, mobility, self-care, toileting, feeding, and other personal care needs as appropriate while maintaining student dignity and independence.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, assist during lunch, recess, community outings, and classroom transitions, while helping maintain organized learning spaces.

Benefits

• Meaningful work every day
• A school schedule that supports work-life balance
• Consistent, Year-Round Employment
• A collaborative team environment
• A modern educational setting
• Hands-on experience
• Professional growth opportunities
• A team that cares
• Competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement savings opportunities, and additional employee benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree