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Job Title : Preschool Early Intervention Paraprofessional, At-Large
A Paraprofessional's role is to increase the quality of instruction to students by performing any instructional or non-instructional tasks required, under the supervision of a certified professional (teacher, therapist, and supervisor).
PEI Paraprofessional At-Large may provide 1 : 1 support to eligible young children in early childhood settings (e.g., preschool, Head Start, childcare ), may cover in a PEI classroom, or provide CCAT support.
The 189-day calendar is flexible and will be designed based on the needs of the children serving.
PERFORMANCE ACCOUNTABILITIES :
as directed by the teacher and / or therapist.
cleaning chalkboards, tables and chairs as needed; placing desks, tables and chairs in proper order, etc.
Qualifications
Associate degree or equivalent number of college credits (60) or a PATTAN Paraeducator Certificate required.
1-2 years' experience working with children with special needs strongly preferred.
Training in crisis intervention, CPR and First Aid preferred.
Ability to work as part of the educational team.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to speak clearly and distinctly.
Ability to prioritize identified needs of students by following directives of classroom teachers, staff and peers, as well as the goals of the IEP.
Experience working with preschool age children preferred.
Reliable transportation required.
Additional Requirements :
Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR clearances are required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
School Personnel Health Record and TB Test (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.
Working Conditions :
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Be able to sit on preschool-size chairs and floor as necessary.
Walk up and down stairs, walk / run to implement services.
Be able to lift, carry, push, and pull 50 pounds.
Be able to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies and interact and facilitate the learning of the students.
Be able to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating.
Be able to hear clearly.
Adequate vision to perform duties.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.
Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
Disclaimer : The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the Paraprofessional.
Reports To : Program Supervisor
Department : Special Education
Position Schedule : 189 days, Monday-Friday, August to August
Salary : $21,177.00-$21,592.00 Per AIUFT Bargaining Unit Agreement Step 1 (2024-2025)
Benefits : Per the AIUFT Bargaining Unit Agreement
To Apply : Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume and transcripts at AIU Career Site
Please send any questions to : recruitment@aiu3.net
The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D.
Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.
Primary Location
US-PA-White Oak
Work Locations
McKeesport Area School District-McClure Middle School
500 Longvue Dr
White Oak 15131
Special Education
Organization
Allegheny Intermediate Unit
Schedule
Regular
Shift
Standard
Job Type
Full-time
Day Job
Job Posting
Last updated : 2024-05-30
Full Time
Elementary & Secondary Education
$29k-38k (estimate)
06/01/2024
08/31/2024
aiu3.net
PITTSBURGH, PA
500 - 1,000
1970
JUDITH PETERS
<$5M
Elementary & Secondary Education
At the Allegheny Intermediate Unit, we touch the lives of hundreds of children, families and educators every day. The Allegheny Intermediate Unit, also known as the AIU, is a regional public education agency and a crucial part of Pennsylvania's public education system. Our caring staff of educators, administrators and support staff provide specialized services to Allegheny County's suburban school districts as well as non-public, charter and vocational-technical schools. Our agency is a liaison with the Pennsylvania Department of Education and we proudly operate three schools for exceptional c ...
hildren, 11 family centers and about 130 programs for children, adults and families. The AIU is one of 29 intermediate units across the state. Leadership & Governance AIU's 13-member Board of Directors is comprised of school board directors from Allegheny County's 42 suburban public school districts. Board members are elected every year at the AIU's annual school directors' convention. The AIU's Executive Leadership Team consists of a group of executive employees who govern the daily activities of the agency and make recommendations to the AIU's Board of Directors. These actions follow the AIU's mission and vision statements, as well as the agency's strategic plan.
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