Paraprofessional, Hazleton Area School District

Are you ready for a thrilling and rewarding opportunity? We have countless opportunities to become a substitute Paraprofessional for the Hazleton Area School District.

Join us in creating a positive impact and cultivating a thriving learning environment.

We are currently recruiting for the 2024-2025 academic year! Begin the application process today to ensure you're ready to view job openings as the new school year commences on in late August-early September.

Paraprofessional and Clerical : rate $14.00 per hour

Food Service and Custodial : rate $13.25 per hour

Why become a substitute paraprofessional?

Help teachers increase valuable instruction time by working with students and helping them keep pace with their peers.

Help students improve social skills.

Feel good about the work you do in your own community.

Earn steady income through a variety of short- and long-term substitute positions available.

Enjoy work-life balance.

Responsibilities :

Provide classroom assistance to the district / school teacher, supporting the needs of general education or special needs students. This may include :

Implementing educational programs, activities, and services with students of varying ages

Classroom management and learning environment support

Reinforcing learning concepts presented through lesson plans individually or in small groups

Grading homework and tests (computing / tabulating results) using answer sheets or other methods the school employs

Ensure adequate supervision of students and classroom environment to assure health, welfare, and safety of students, including :

Ensuring students are never left unattended in the classroom

Maintaining / assisting in maintaining classroom control that fosters a safe, positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with Kelly and school district policies and all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations

Reporting student injury, accidents, illness, and discipline problems to Kelly supervisor and district / school personnel immediately

Reporting all personal injury or school property theft to Kelly supervisor and district / school personnel immediately

Supervising students in out-of-classroom settings (e.g., assemblies, lunchroom) as directed and supervised by an authorized school district employee (e.g., school principal)

Assist students in transition to and from classrooms, as needed

Understand, address, and be sensitive to the needs of each student, recognizing differences in their abilities and cognitive levels

Minimum requirements :

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow oral and written directions

Ability to positively relate to a younger generation of students

Ability to withstand frequent walking, standing, stooping, and lifting up to 25 lbs.; other physical activities may be required

Perks you’ll enjoy as a substitute paraprofessional :

Free online classroom management training to help you become a capable, confident classroom assistant

Free ongoing professional development to keep your skills sharp

Paid orientation on district policies and procedures so you understand the culture and requirements of the school district

Weekly pay

Kelly-sponsored Affordable Care Act healthcare coverage, for eligible employees

Group insurance options*

Ability to create a work schedule that works for you

Ability to select your preferred school locations

Offered and administered by Leslie & Associates. These plans are not sponsored by Kelly.

Next steps :

Apply now! or call 1-800-991-5157. Option # 9 EXT 15508

If you meet the minimum requirements, you’ll receive a response to your application within 48-72 hours.

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Our commitment to you :

Kelly® Education is committed to our substitute employees working in safe environments. Kelly Education operates under the collective guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state officials, and school district administration, and we ensure our employees are adequately protected by school district policies and procedures.

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Last updated : 2024-05-18