Paraprofessional PCA – Homestead; RF

We are currently seeking Paraprofessionals for full-time positions working one-on-one with school students in the Homestead, PA area. The Paraprofessional will assist the classroom teacher and support their assigned student with academic, social, and behavioral needs. The schedule will be Monday through Friday from 8:00am – 3:00pm. Eligible candidates must have at least a high school diploma and up-to-date PA clearances.

Candidates with experience working with children are preferred.

• High School Diploma required
• Associate’s Degree or completion of two years of post-secondary education from an accredited college or university preferred
• Previous experience working in a special education or behavioral healthcare setting with individuals with severe/complex behavioral/emotional issues preferred
• Must have up-to-date PA clearances (from within one year)

• Assist classroom teachers and Behavior Support Specialists in the management and delivery of all aspects of children’s programs and instruction
• Assists classroom teacher in planning and preparation of instructional activities including selection of instructional and collateral educational materials
• Work with children in groups and 1:1 as assigned
• Monitors children’s behaviors in the classroom, during lunch, and at special activities outside, in the motor and the sensory room, and provides necessary observations to team members
• Prepare daily classroom materials
• Actively participates in team meetings and other pertinent discussions of children served by the program
• Assist in creating and organizing an optimal classroom environment including setting up schedules, routines, and work spaces.
• Assist with organizing and updating the program book for each child served, including datasheets, instructional materials, and program/item sheets and notes
• Participate in the development and implementation of IEP goals and objectives
• Write reports and notes as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned