Paraprofessional

The Hope Learning Center•Canonsburg, PA

46d•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. 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
Experience working with children or individuals with special needs preferred, but not 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

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.