Paraprofessional

CCRES, Educational & Behavioral Health Services•New Cumberland, PA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

CCRES is hiring a Special Education Paraprofessional to work on assignment with West Shore School District (WSSD). The role supports students individually or in small groups in the areas of autism, emotional support, instruction, learning, and life skills. The hourly pay rate is $19. The position works on student days during the school calendar year, for 6.5 or 7 paid hours per full school day. The listed secondary opening is at Cedar Cliff High School, with a 7:15 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. schedule. The posting describes this as a “Non-Paid Work Experience” while clarifying that staff are paid. CCRES pays for required clearances and TB screening, as well as credential renewals and trainings. The position supports students’ academic, behavioral, social, and personal development in the classroom and school environment, working collaboratively with teachers, specialists, and administrators. CCRES is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides services to schools, children, adults, and families in collaboration with school districts, intermediate units, and the behavioral health system. Its mission is to connect schools and communities with caring professionals and resources.

Requirements

High school diploma and completion of Paraprofessional competency training, or two years of postsecondary education (48 college credits).
Required credentialing includes PA Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance, PA Criminal (Act 34) Clearance, PA Department of Education FBI clearance, TB screening, and education documentation (diploma or official transcripts).

Nice To Haves

An associate degree or higher is preferred.
Prior public-school experience and/or experience working with school-aged children in a licensed, certified, or registered provider setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide instructional, behavioral, or physical support to individual students or small groups, including on-task prompting, social skills development, and self-care assistance.
Implement accommodations and strategies for students with IEPs and 504 Plans as directed.
Reinforce learning concepts, classroom instruction, and skill development to help students reach educational goals.
Provide targeted academic and behavioral support one-on-one or in small groups.
Help students develop organizational, communication, problem-solving, and independent living skills.
Guide students through classroom activities, monitor participation and progress, and provide feedback to instructional staff.
Promote positive student behavior and help maintain a safe, supportive, inclusive learning environment.
Collaborate with classroom teachers, specialists, and school administrators to support student success.
Supervise students during lunch, recess, arrival and dismissal, transitions, and other non-instructional school activities.
Build positive relationships with students while encouraging independence, confidence, and social-emotional growth.

Benefits

Employer-paid base medical plan for the employee and life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Medical benefits for employees scheduled for 30 or more hours per week.
Dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits for employees scheduled for 20 or more hours per week, including life insurance, short-term disability, accidental, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and Norton Life Lock identity protection.
CCRES 403(b) retirement savings plan with a 3% matching contribution.
Tuition discounts through collegiate partnerships.
Milestone service award.
Gift card raffle on payday Fridays.
Paid credential renewals.
Paid trainings.
Paid clearances and TB screening.