Special Education Paraeducator

**The Bellefonte Area School District is accepting applications for the Special Education Paraeducator position**

• Location:** Bellefonte Area High School - Life Skills
• Work Day**: 6.75hrs
• Work Year**: 180 days/year; 9-month position; 11 paid holidays.
  
  

**Pay & Benefits**

See attached document (below) for information about pay & benefits

Pay Level: D

Benefits Included: Medical, Dental, Vision

**Position Overview**

The Bellefonte Area School District is seeking a Special Education Paraeducator to support students with academic, behavioral, and social skill development under the direction of the classroom teacher. This vital role contributes to inclusive learning environments by assisting students in both special education and general education settings. The successful candidate will provide individualized support, foster student independence, and collaborate with educators to promote student success.

**Key Responsibilities**

The Special Education Paraeducator Will

• Respect the role of teacher(s) as supervisor.
• Collaborates closely with supervisor(s) and special education teachers to enhance student learning.
• Provide clerical and supportive duties as designated and keeping records as needed.
• Participates in training/meetings as assigned to help with student achievement in skill deficit areas.
• Interpersonal skills using patience and courtesy with students, staff, and parents/guardians.
• Works with students to improve student self-confidence and motivation.
• Conducts and follows schedules that include whole group, small group, and individual lessons, with training to enhance student's behavior management/social-emotional development, academic skill areas, and functional skills.
• Implements the fidelity of positive behavior intervention plans and behavior management techniques needed to ensure student growth and achievement.
• Provides instruction in skill deficit areas including academic, behavioral, social, and daily living.
• Provide re-teaching, pre-teaching and tutorial support under the direction of the teacher.
• Maintains classroom supplies, and assists in planning, and preparing supports for students.
• Carry out activities as directed by related service providers (e.g., Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Vision Teachers, Speech and Language Pathologists).
• Administers positive reinforcement strategies and techniques.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Maintains complete confidentiality of all student information.
• Provides students with a safe learning atmosphere.
• Enforce all school regulations and classroom rules with students.
• Assist students in extra-curricular and community-based instruction including transportation of students and support to access work sites for job shadowing experiences.
• Supervise and/or assist students with self-care activities (toileting, washing face and hands, clothing care, feeding, etc.).
• Assist students with feeding and food preparation as needed.
• Become knowledgeable with assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by teachers or administrators.
  
  

**Education Requirements**

• Minimum:** Associates or Bachelor's Degree or 48 college credits
  
  

**Experience Requirements**

Minimum

• Six months experience working with students
  
  

Preferred

• Previous role working with students in public education
  
  

**Certifications & Licenses**

Required

• Completion of Highly Qualified Paraprofessional Training and Exam