Paraprofessional

Job Description

Job Description

Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as a Paraprofessional through our partnership with Colonial School District!

SUMMARY:

• The hourly Special Education Paraprofessional pay rate to work on assignment with Colonial School District is $20.00/hour.
• 3 days of Paid Time Off (prorated based on hire date).
• Employer paid clearances and TB screening!
• The Special Education Paraprofessional will work on student days following the academic calendar year.
• Special Education Paraprofessionals may support students in one or more of the following areas: Autistic, Emotional, Learning, and Life Skills Supports.

OPENINGS FOR '25-'26 SCHOOL YEAR:

• Locations:
• Conshohocken Elementary
• Whitemarsh Elementary
• Colonial Elementary
• Plymouth Elementary
• Ridge Park Elementary
• Schedule: 8:45am - 3:30pm (30 minute unpaid lunch break on full school day)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide assistance to students with special needs who have IEPs or 504 plans
• Reinforcing learning concepts and skills.
• Working with students individually or in small groups.
• Work with students on organizational skills, guide students in activities, monitor student progress.
• Managing students behavior and ensuring a safe learning environment.
• Supervising students during lunch, arrivals/dismissals, and other non-instructional areas.
• Directly support students at the direction of classroom teacher and building Principal.

Requirements

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma required. For Title I positions - Must pass for "highly qualified" as mandated by NCLB.
• Two years post secondary education, or higher, preferred.
• Prior public-school experience and/or working with school-aged children in a licensed, certified, or registered provider setting - preferred.

CREDENTIALING:

*Employer paid clearances and TB screening:

• PA Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance
• PA Criminal (Act 34) Clearance
• PA Department of Education FBI
• TB Screening
• Education Documentation - Diploma OR Official Transcripts

Benefits

• Employees scheduled for 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits
• Employer paid medical base plan!
• Employees scheduled for 20+ hours per week are eligible for dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits: Life insurance, short-term disability, accidental, critical illness, hospital indemnity, Norton Life Lock identity protection
• 403 (b) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 3% employer match
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition discounts through educational partnerships
• Milestone service awards
• Employee referral bonus
• Gift card raffle on pay-day Fridays

ABOUT CCRES:

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, CCRES Educational and Behavioral Health Services is an organization of dedicated and highly-trained staff members who provide quality services to schools, children, adults, and families. We work collaboratively with school districts, intermediate units, and the behavioral health system.

MISSION STATEMENT:

Connecting schools and communities with caring professionals and resources that make a difference where it matters most.

APPLY TODAY FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION!

CCRES is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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(Updated 11/3/25 AC)