Special Education Aide

Chester Community Charter School • Chester, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Paraprofessional (Special Education Aide) works under the supervision of a classroom teacher and supports classroom activities. The aide provides appropriate services to students, helps implement suggested educational activities, and monitors student behavior. The role also involves assisting with classroom logistics, student supervision, and instruction.

Requirements

• An associate degree, at least 48 postsecondary education credits, or successful completion of a state- or locally developed assessment in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Secure Pennsylvania Criminal Record Check Clearance, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI Criminal Background Clearance.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of working with students, parents, other teachers, and leadership.
• Knowledge of policies and regulations necessary to answer work-related and general-information questions.
• Ability to take and follow directions from the classroom teacher.
• Ability to manage time and students in the classroom effectively.
• Ability to work well with students of all ages.
• Ability to represent oneself and CCCS positively and professionally, consistent with the District’s mission and core values, while demonstrating service and involvement, creativity and innovation, dignity and respect, personal and professional integrity, and protection of sensitive or confidential information.
• Ability to interact and work cooperatively with students, parents, staff, and the CCCS community in a timely and courteous manner.
• Ability to abide by all Federal and State laws, Board policies, and CCCS regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work with inner-city youth.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with instructional logistics, including passing out books and supplies, taking attendance, and making copies.
• Assist teachers in monitoring students’ work and behavior.
• Monitor children during lunch and recess.
• Assist with moving children through hallways and onto and off buses.
• Reinforce instruction and support small-group learning by working with individual students or small groups, administering tests, and grading tests and homework.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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