Special Education Paraprofessionals

Special Education Paraprofessionals

Mifflinburg Area School District All Schools - Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in MASD Employment Portal

Job : 5341982

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

SUMMARY:

The Paraprofessional is employed to assist a special education teacher(s) in teacher supervised instructional and non-instructional tasks working with students in Learning Support, Life Skills and Multiple Disabilities classrooms. The person occupying the position reports directly to his/her assigned teacher. The is a non-tenured position and is subject to annual review. The Paraprofessional is responsible for the efficient performance of assigned activities, including those described below.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

If Part-time, the position is 5 ½ hours per day, five days per week. Not to exceed 30 hours per week. Hourly position during the academic school year. Potential for some summer hours if desired and/or needed.

If full-time, the position is 7 hours per day, five days per week . Hourly position during the academic school year.?

Potential for summer hours if desired or needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Mostly indoors in a classroom setting. Occasionally work in an outdoor recess or gym class setting. Physical requirements include bending, stooping, the strength and ability to lift approximately fifty (50) pounds and to assist in lifting and positioning students. Certification in Safe Crisis Management (SCM) which is a district approved program to ensure the safety of all students. MASD will provide the SCM training to paraprofessionals annually.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative and creativity to solve problems, and make work-related decisions?
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data?
• Reflects accuracy in attention to detail; promotes high aspirations and accountability?
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic, focused on excellence & improvement?
• Possesses strong organizational skills and dedication to seeing projects through completion in a timely manner?
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with district employees?
• Pursues and shares professional learning experiences?when asked by Administration
• Customer service skills offer professional delivery, interpersonal skills - can inspire others?
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, for various purposes
• Flexible in adapting to student needs and various teaching styles
• Current Act 34, 114, and 151 clearances; as well as Mandated Reporter training requirements

EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma is a preferred requirement and/or GED Certificate
• Good communication skills and be able to establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff

SPECIFIC

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

In conducting this role, the essential duties of the Special Education Paraprofessional – Category 2 position shall include, but are not limited to the following:

• Performs instructional and non-instructional activities as assigned and supervised by the teacher/supervisor
• Supervises pupils in the school and community as assigned
• Utilizes positive behavior support strategies to effectively manage student behavior
• Implements S afe C risis M anagement procedures when required to ensure student safety
• Demonstrates…